Remote check-ups for teens with cochlear implants
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests if teens with Advanced Bionics cochlear implants can do programming and hearing tests from home instead of going to the clinic. It could make follow-up care easier and more convenient.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have an Advanced Bionics cochlear implant in at least one ear.
- You are between 13 and 20 years old.
- You have used your implant for at least 6 months and your current processor for at least 2 weeks.
- You can understand at least 40% of words in quiet on standard hearing tests.
- You are willing and able to do hearing assessments and programming sessions from home.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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