Fine-tuning electric and acoustic hearing after cochlear implant surgery
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests a better way to adjust the settings of a cochlear implant combined with a hearing aid for people who still have some low-frequency hearing after surgery. The goal is to improve sound quality and understanding, especially in noise.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old
- You have a cochlear implant from the brand MED-EL that uses electric acoustic stimulation (EAS)
- You still have measurable low-frequency hearing in the implanted ear after surgery
- You are able to participate in hearing tests and follow the study procedures
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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