Parents of children with severe-to-profound hearing loss face various challenges that can hinder access to timely interventions. Previous literature has studied various factors affecting parental experiences with cochlear implantation, but research remains limited in Saudi Arabia....
✦ Clinical Takeaway ✦
No direct change to clinical practice, but understanding regional cultural, financial, and informational barriers to pediatric cochlear implantation can help audiologists and implant teams tailor counselling and outreach in similar contexts.
✦ Why It Matters ✦
Identifying barriers to pediatric cochlear implantation in underserved or culturally distinct regions is essential for reducing avoidable hearing-related developmental delays globally.
✦ Key Points ✦
- 01Cross-sectional survey of parents in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia regarding pediatric cochlear implantation.
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