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Electrical stimulation of cochlear nucleus in man.
The American Journal of Otology
|November 1, 1985
Summary
Electrical stimulation of the cochlear nucleus can create auditory perceptions. This study confirms accurate stimulation of the cochlear nucleus after acoustic schwannoma removal, detailing surgical methods and results.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Auditory Neuroscience
- Electrophysiology
Background:
- Acoustic schwannomas can cause hearing loss and tinnitus.
- Electrical stimulation of the auditory pathway is an area of research for hearing restoration.