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Intraoperative Difficulties and Postoperative Complications Associated With Cochlear Implantations: A Study From
Lana Shahabaddin1, Said Al-Jaaf2, Abdulkhaliq Emin2
1Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, IRQ.
Cureus
|January 12, 2024
Summary
Cochlear implant surgery for profound hearing loss is safe, with a low complication rate. Most issues, like wound infections or device extrusion, are minor and manageable.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Cochlear implants effectively treat severe to profound hearing loss.
- While generally safe, cochlear implant surgery can involve minor and major complications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate intraoperative difficulties and postoperative complications of cochlear implants.
- Study conducted in Erbil City, Iraq.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective descriptive study.
- Analysis of medical records for 160 patients (children and adults) who received cochlear implants between 2013 and 2022.
- Data collected on demographics, intraoperative issues, and postoperative complications.
Main Results:
- 160 patients included: 150 children, 10 adults.
- Intraoperative difficulties occurred in 3.1% of patients.
- Overall complication rate was 10% (7.5% minor, 2.5% major), with wound infection and device extrusion being most common.
Conclusions:
- Cochlear implant surgery is a safe procedure for profound deafness.
- Complication rates are low and typically manageable with conservative treatment or minor interventions.
