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What is a cochlear implant?
A cochlear implant is an electronic device that receives sound and transmits it as an electric signal to electrodes implanted in the cochlea of the ear. The cochlea is a winding, cone-shaped tube that forms a portion of the inn... |
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Fast facts about Cochlear Implants
For people who receive minimal or no benefit from a conventional hearing
aid, the cochlear implant, a prosthetic replacement for the inner ear, has
become the standard of care. After being in use for more than 20 yea... |
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