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Cochlear implantation outcomes in children with global developmental delay
Leila Monshizadeh1, Seyed Basir Hashemi2, Mehdi Rahimi3
1Otolaryngology Research Center, Khalili Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|August 21, 2022
Summary
Cochlear implantation shows improved outcomes for children with global developmental delay and hearing loss, particularly in motor and social skills. Ongoing developmental assessment is crucial for candidacy and post-surgery care.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Developmental Pediatrics
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
Background:
- Increasing prevalence of cochlear implant candidates with global developmental delay.
- Need to understand the impact of cochlear implantation on this specific population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prognosis of cochlear implantation in children with global developmental delay.
- To compare developmental outcomes with non-delayed peers post-implantation.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional case-control study.
- Utilized Ages and Stages Questionnaire third edition (ASQ-3) for assessment.
- Compared 26 globally delayed deaf children with 25 non-delayed deaf children.
Main Results:
- Globally delayed children had significantly lower ASQ-3 scores at diagnosis.
- Significant improvements observed in gross motor and social development 18 months post-implantation.
- All children showed general improvement after cochlear implantation and rehabilitation.
Conclusions:
- Cochlear implantation benefits children with sensorineural hearing loss and global developmental delay.
- Global developmental assessment is essential during candidacy and post-implantation phases.
- Further consideration of developmental status is vital for successful outcomes.
