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Systematic Hearing Performance Evaluation Process for Adolescents with Cochlear Implantation at Early Ages
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Systematic Hearing Performance Evaluation Process for Adolescents with Cochlear Implantation at Early Ages
Ruijie Wang1, Nan Zhao2, Jianfen Luo1
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shandong Provincial ENT Hospital, Shandong University,; Department of Auditory Implantation, Shandong Provincial ENT Hospital.
Journal of Visualized Experiments : Jove
|April 10, 2023
Summary
Upgrading cochlear implant (CI) coding strategies significantly improved hearing in complex environments for Mandarin-speaking adolescents. This study details assessments for speech, tone, and music perception, crucial for CI programming and rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Neuroscience
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Cochlear implants (CI) are effective for profound sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL), improving speech in quiet.
- Performance in complex environments, lexical tone recognition, and music perception remain challenges for CI users.
- Accurate assessment methods are vital for evaluating new CI coding strategies and guiding rehabilitation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate hearing performance in simple and complex situations before and after upgrading to a fine structure coding strategy.
- To detail a comprehensive clinical workflow for assessing speech, lexical tone, and music perception in experienced CI users.
- To provide guidance for programming, rehabilitation, and the application of new CI coding strategies.
Main Methods:
- Evaluated experienced Mandarin-speaking adolescent CI users.
- Assessed hearing in quiet and noisy conditions, lexical tone recognition, and music perception.
- Detailed test methods, including environment, device, materials, and specific parameters like speaker angle and sound intensity.
Main Results:
- The study meticulously details the assessment battery and methodology.
- Clinical results are discussed, highlighting the impact of the fine structure strategy.
- Specific attention was given to crucial test parameters for accurate evaluation.
Conclusions:
- The comprehensive assessment battery is essential for understanding CI user performance.
- Fine structure coding strategies show promise for improving complex auditory perception.
- Detailed assessment protocols are critical for advancing CI technology and patient care.
