Metronome-guided cochlear implantation for slower and smoother insertions of lateral wall electrodes.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Achieving a slow and smooth electrode array insertion is paramount for preserving structural and functional integrity during cochlear implantation. This controlled study evaluates the efficacy of a metronome-guided insertion technique in enhancing the smoothness and speed of electrode array insertions.

Methods

In a prospective cohort study, patients undergoing cochlear implant surgery between 2022 and 2023 with lateral wall electrode arrays were included. Metronome guidance was delivered through an acoustic signal via headphones during electrode array insertion in cochlear implantation and compared to a control group without metronome-guidance.

Results

In total, 37 cases were evaluated, including 25 conventional insertions and 12 metronome-guided insertio

SUBMITTER: Wimmer W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11393022 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature