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Cochlear Implantation in Neurological Patients: Case Report and Literature Survey
Author(s) -
Barbara Maurizio,
Margani Valerio,
Costanzo Rocco,
Salvetti Marco,
Bozzao Alessandro,
Monini Simonetta,
Covelli Edoardo
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1002/lary.28704
Subject(s) - medicine , cochlear implantation , magnetic resonance imaging , cochlear implant , audiology , surgery , hearing loss , radiology
Cochlear implant (CI) is a reliable solution to restore hearing in people with severe‐to‐profound hearing loss. The device is made up of internal and external components linked transcutaneously through a magnet that may rise specific issues in people who must undergo brain magnetic resonance (MRI) due to neurological diseases. The description of a case of a CI implantee needing MRI has given us the opportunity to highlight the differences that can be encountered among different neuropathies, either acute or chronic, with the aim of shedding some light for finding a common protocol when facing this important and frequent clinical issue. In particular, the removal of the magnet prior to performing an MRI exam is mandatory for brain diseases ipsilateral to the implanted side, whereas for contralateral side lesions it is less important when using apposite bandage kits. Laryngoscope , 131:E576–E580, 2021