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Advancements in cochlear implant technology: A comprehensive overview
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Shashank Vasisht
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Prerna Dubey *
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Indranil Chatterjee
A surgically implanted device known as a cochlear implant (CI) is used to treat severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss in both children and adults. It functions by converting sonic energy into an electrical signal, which is then utilized to stimulate the auditory nerve's remaining spiral ganglion cells. In the last two decades, there has been a sharp increase in the number of CI operations carried out. The safety and effectiveness of CI surgery have been proven by ongoing advancements in programming techniques, device design, and minimally traumatic surgical procedures. Due to advances in technology, the eligibility criteria for cochlear implants (CI) have expanded to include individuals with higher levels of residual hearing and children less than one year old who are deaf.
This article discusses the current designs of CI and their future prospects. To illustrate the progress of these medical CI technology over the years, acknowledging key figures in the fields of otology and Cochlear Implant designers.
It is essential to understand the advancements in clinical and surgical anatomy, physiology, treatment methods, and the key figures involved in order to progress medical science. Cochlear Implants has a rich history, with significant pioneers and collaborators in designing. Cochlear Implants have experienced significant advancements in recent years, incorporating technologies beneficial for patients.
A surgically implanted device known as a cochlear implant (CI) is used to treat severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss in both children and adults. It functions by converting sonic energy into an electrical signal, which is then utilized to stimulate the auditory nerve's remaining spiral ganglion cells. In the last two decades, there has been a sharp increase in the number of CI operations carried out. The safety and effectiveness of CI surgery have been proven by ongoing advancements in programming techniques, device design, and minimally traumatic surgical procedures. Due to advances in technology, the eligibility criteria for cochlear implants (CI) have expanded to include individuals with higher levels of residual hearing and children less than one year old who are deaf.
This article discusses the current designs of CI and their future prospects. To illustrate the progress of these medical CI technology over the years, acknowledging key figures in the fields of otology and Cochlear Implant designers.
It is essential to understand the advancements in clinical and surgical anatomy, physiology, treatment methods, and the key figures involved in order to progress medical science. Cochlear Implants has a rich history, with significant pioneers and collaborators in designing. Cochlear Implants have experienced significant advancements in recent years, incorporating technologies beneficial for patients.
Keywords: Cochlear implant, Future designs, Deafness, Hearing Rehabilitation; Neubio bold
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How to Cite This Article
Vancouver
Vasisht S, Dubey P, Chatterjee I. Advancements in cochlear implant technology: A comprehensive overview [Internet]. J Otorhinolaryngol Allied Sci. 2025 [cited 2025 Oct 10];8(1):5-11. Available from: https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijoas.2025.003
APA
Vasisht, S., Dubey, P., Chatterjee, I. (2025). Advancements in cochlear implant technology: A comprehensive overview. J Otorhinolaryngol Allied Sci, 8(1), 5-11. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijoas.2025.003
MLA
Vasisht, Shashank, Dubey, Prerna, Chatterjee, Indranil. "Advancements in cochlear implant technology: A comprehensive overview." J Otorhinolaryngol Allied Sci, vol. 8, no. 1, 2025, pp. 5-11. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijoas.2025.003
Chicago
Vasisht, S., Dubey, P., Chatterjee, I.. "Advancements in cochlear implant technology: A comprehensive overview." J Otorhinolaryngol Allied Sci 8, no. 1 (2025): 5-11. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijoas.2025.003