June 3, 2026 · Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery · DOI: 10.1002/ohn.70308

Effects of Asymmetric Auditory Deprivation in Sequential Cochlear Implant

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The authors aimed to evaluate how auditory deprivation affects outcomes in postlingual patients receiving sequential cochlear implants, specifically comparing performance between ears with shorter and longer deprivation, as well as the benefits of bilateral implantation. The study found that shorter auditory deprivation and interimplant intervals lead to better auditory performance, while bilateral stimulation significantly enhances outcomes even in cases of prolonged deprivation in one ear. Additionally, longer use of hearing aids prior to implantation negatively impacted performance, highlighting the importance of timely intervention.

Eduardo S Farinazzo, Rubens V de Brito Neto, Elisabete H Yamaguti, Marco A Fornazieri, Luiz F M Lourençone

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