Cochlear implants in the geriatric population: benefits outweigh risks

Cochlear implantation has become widely accepted as an effective means of hearing rehabilitation in severely and profoundly deaf individuals. In the elderly, cochlear implantation involves a number of unique issues that can affect patient outcomes. These factors include age-related changes in the au...

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Published in:	Ear, nose, & throat journal Vol. 78; no. 7; p. 489
Main Authors:	Buchman, C A, Fucci, M J, Luxford, W M
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-07-1999
Subjects:	Aged Cochlear Implantation Deafness - rehabilitation Hearing Loss, Sensorineural - rehabilitation Humans Postoperative Complications Risk Assessment Surveys and Questionnaires Treatment Outcome
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