Hussam K El-Kashlan1, Steven A Telian. 1. Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Michigan, 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0312, USA. hussam@umich.edu
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The presence of chronic ear disease in patients with profound SNHL presents a challenge to the otologic surgeon and was considered, in the past, a contraindication to cochlear implantation. This review discusses options for cochlear implantation in patients with chronically diseased ears. RECENT FINDINGS: Several management options are available for cochlear implantation in patients with chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) and severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). CONCLUSION: Cochlear implantation can be safely achieved in patients with CSOM. The approach chosen should be individualized based on clinical findings.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The presence of chronic ear disease in patients with profound SNHL presents a challenge to the otologic surgeon and was considered, in the past, a contraindication to cochlear implantation. This review discusses options for cochlear implantation in patients with chronically diseased ears. RECENT FINDINGS: Several management options are available for cochlear implantation in patients with chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) and severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). CONCLUSION: Cochlear implantation can be safely achieved in patients with CSOM. The approach chosen should be individualized based on clinical findings.
Authors: Christopher F Barañano; Jonathan C Kopelovich; Camille C Dunn; Bruce J Gantz; Marlan R Hansen Journal: Otol Neurotol Date: 2013-12 Impact factor: 2.311