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Systematic Hearing Performance Evaluation Process for Adolescents with Cochlear Implantation at Early Ages

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Role of Communication Partners in Pre-Cochlear Implant Decision-Making: A Scoping Review.

Sammy Y Gao¹, Kaitlyn A Roberts¹, Aaron C Moberly²

¹Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA.

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|June 1, 2026

Summary

Communication partners significantly influence pre-cochlear implant (CI) decisions, offering crucial psychosocial support and shaping candidate expectations. Further research is needed to fully understand and integrate their role in pre-implantation counseling.

Keywords:

Adult cochlear implant candidates Cochlear implantation Communication partners Expectations Pre-implant decision-making Psychosocial factors Third-party disability

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Systematic Hearing Performance Evaluation Process for Adolescents with Cochlear Implantation at Early Ages

Systematic Hearing Performance Evaluation Process for Adolescents with Cochlear Implantation at Early Ages

Published on: March 24, 2023

Area of Science:

Audiology
Otolaryngology
Health Psychology

Background:

Hearing loss significantly impacts individuals and their communication partners, leading to psychosocial challenges.
Pre-cochlear implant (CI) decision-making involves complex considerations beyond the individual candidate.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the literature on the role of communication partners in pre-CI decision-making.
To identify psychosocial influences, candidate motivations, and expectations related to CI.
To highlight gaps in the current evidence base.

Main Methods:

A systematic review of four major databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane Library) was performed.
Studies published from inception to July 2025 were included.
Both qualitative and quantitative studies focusing on adult CI candidates and their communication partners were eligible.

Main Results:

Twelve studies met the inclusion criteria, predominantly qualitative (66%).
Communication partners are significant motivators for CI consideration, with 96% of candidates citing their support.
Candidates and partners experience psychosocial burdens from hearing loss but share expectations for improved communication and social engagement post-CI.

Conclusions:

Communication partners are vital but under-researched in pre-CI decision-making.
Existing literature is heterogeneous, emphasizing the need for CI-specific partner measures.
Future research should focus on incorporating partners into counseling to optimize CI outcomes.