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Published on: August 4, 2023
Cochlear Implant Infections
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Florida, 1345 Center Drive, M2-228 MSB, Box 100264, Gainesville, FL 32610-0264, USA.
Abstract:
Cochlear implants (CIs) are associated with a range of infections. These infections present unique considerations because of their position relative to the respiratory tract and the central nervous system, as well as the propensity for biofilms to form on CIs. This article reviews infections related to CIs, including otitis media, mastoiditis, meningitis, and deep CI infection. High-quality evidence on the prevention and management of CI infections is lacking; however, best practices regarding prevention and management are provided.

