Revision cochlear implantation

Removal, replacement, or adjustment of a cochlear implant device is not a desirable surgical procedure. Due to a variety of indications, it may become indicated. Good preoperative planning is essential, with collaboration between the surgeon, the cochlear implant audiologist, and the patient. We pre...

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Published in:Operative techniques in otolaryngology--head and neck surgery 2010-12, Vol.21 (4), p.261-265
Main Authors: Oliver, Eric R., MD, Gardner, Amber M., PhD, Hashisaki, George T., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cochlear implantation
Otolaryngology
Revision surgery
Soft failure
Surgery
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Summary:Removal, replacement, or adjustment of a cochlear implant device is not a desirable surgical procedure. Due to a variety of indications, it may become indicated. Good preoperative planning is essential, with collaboration between the surgeon, the cochlear implant audiologist, and the patient. We present an overview of our process for revision cochlear implant surgery.
ISSN:1043-1810
1557-9395
DOI:10.1016/j.otot.2010.10.004