PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoComorbid Psychological Diagnoses in Children With Single-Sided Deafness Who Received or Are Under Consideration for Cochlear ImplantationAudiologists and implant teams should routinely screen pediatric single-sided deafness cochlear implant candidates for comorbid psychological diagnoses to enable coordinated, whole-child care.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoRare Problems with Rotating Magnets in Cochlear Implants and How They Can Be Solved Without SurgeryCochlear implant clinicians should be aware that rotating-magnet complications (blocked rotation, demagnetization) can potentially be resolved non-surgically; document these strategies as part of implant troubleshooting protocols.＋Save
Hearing Review·Professional org·Cochlear implants·2w ago· press releaseACI Alliance Announces CI2026 Student Poster WinnersRecognizing emerging cochlear implant research on access barriers and qualification criteria highlights ongoing gaps in implant candidacy pathways and insurance coverage that affect patient outcomes.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoMeasurement properties and clinical interpretability of a Japanese-language version of the remote check system in cochlear implant usersFindings are too preliminary and context-specific (Japanese-language adaptation) to recommend broad practice change; clinics serving Japanese-speaking cochlear implant users should monitor this validation work before adopting J-RC as a routine remote monitoring tool.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoResults of surgical treatment of pathology of the internal auditory canalSurgical outcomes data for internal auditory canal pathology remain scarce, and this study adds to a limited evidence base that guides complex otologic (ear-related) surgical decisions.＋Save
Katherine Bouton (Personal Site)·Blog·Cochlear implants·2w agoUnderstanding Cochlear Implants and AI Hearing AidsAccessible public education about cochlear implants, AI hearing aids, and bimodal hearing can help patients make more informed decisions and arrive at clinic appointments better prepared.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoEvaluating the N1-P2 Interpeak Latency of the eCAP and Its Intertrial Variability as Potential Indicators of Neural Synchrony in the Auditory Nerve of Cochlear Implant UserseCAP N1-P2 interpeak latency and its variability show potential as non-invasive markers of neural synchrony in cochlear implant users, but clinical adoption requires validation in larger, prospective studies with outcome correlations before integration into routine programming.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoSpeech recognition performance with dual-microphone audio processors in mandarin-speaking cochlear implant usersCochlear implant audiologists working with tonal-language users should review whether dual-microphone processor upgrades are available and appropriate, as this study suggests potential speech recognition benefits in this underrepresented population.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·2w agoOTOGUIDE: A New Precision Surgery Tool for Individualized Cochlear ImplantationIf validated, patient-specific surgical planning tools like OTOGUIDE could improve electrode placement accuracy and hearing outcomes in cochlear implantation, but independent evidence is needed before clinical adoption.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Press release·Cochlear implants·2w agoAmerican Cochlear Implant Alliance Announces Student Poster Winners for CI2026 ChicagoStudent poster competitions help identify emerging research talent and early-stage work that may shape the future direction of cochlear implant care and science.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoAlpha oscillatory activity reveals focused-attentional disparity between cochlear implant users and normal hearing listenersAlpha oscillatory activity differences between cochlear implant users and normal-hearing listeners offer a potential biomarker for attention-related outcome variability, but this is preliminary neurophysiological research; no change to CI fitting or rehabilitation practice is...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoRetrospective of revised minimum speech test battery (MSTB) for adult cochlear implant users and resoponses from Chinese audiologistsChinese audiologists' attitudes toward MSTB adoption are informative for protocol harmonization efforts, but this retrospective survey does not itself provide evidence sufficient to change existing cochlear implant testing practices.＋Save
PU✚PubMed·Clinical trial·Cochlear implants·3w agoEffects of Multimodal Acoustic Therapy for Children With Cochlear Implants: A Randomized Clinical TrialThis RCT provides early evidence that smartphone-delivered MAT may improve rehabilitation outcomes in pediatric cochlear implant users; clinicians should monitor the full published results before adopting the protocol, but the design is rigorous enough to take seriously.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoEvaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Robot-Assisted Cochlear Implant Electrode Array InsertionEvidence is emerging that robot-assisted cochlear implant electrode insertion may reduce intracochlear trauma and improve insertion consistency, but clinicians should await peer-reviewed outcome data before adopting this approach over standard manual technique.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Press release·Education & training·3w agoMED‑EL Co‑Founder Ingeborg Hochmair Receives Honorary Doctorate from University of Michigan and Delivers 2026 Rackham KeynoteHochmair's recognition highlights the lasting influence of cochlear implant pioneers on both engineering and audiology, reinforcing the field's academic and scientific prestige.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoAssessment of Surgical Salvage Outcomes for Exposed Cranial Neuromodulating DevicesAudiologists co-managing cochlear implant patients should be aware that surgical salvage of exposed devices is an option, but outcomes data from this study should inform realistic counseling about revision surgery success rates.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoCochlear Implantation in Patients With CHARGE Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisCochlear implantation can yield meaningful speech perception benefits in CHARGE syndrome patients, but outcomes are more variable than in typical candidates; this meta-analysis supports implantation as a viable option while highlighting the need for individualized counseling.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoA Unique Perspective: Intrapatient Comparison of Perimodiolar and Lateral Wall Cochlear Implant ElectrodesThe within-subject design provides higher-quality comparative data on electrode performance than between-subject studies; audiologists and surgical teams should note the findings when counseling patients on electrode selection, though real-world implant choice is constrained by...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoMulti-Frequency Electrocochleography Results in Fewer Drop Alarms During Cochlear Implant InsertionSurgeons performing cochlear implantation who use intraoperative ECochG monitoring should consider multi-frequency algorithms, as they appear to reduce false-positive drop alarms without compromising detection of true hearing drops.＋Save
Carly Sygrove - Hearing Loss Coach Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·3w agoDeaf Awareness Week and Why I Love My Little Robot EarFirst-person accounts of cochlear implant use for single-sided deafness highlight patient-reported barriers and psychosocial impacts that clinicians should consider during counselling and rehabilitation planning.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoLongitudinal Cochlear Implant Use in Pediatric Patients With Unilateral Hearing LossEarlier implantation age and longer device use duration appear linked to better outcomes in pediatric unilateral hearing loss; audiologists should document and monitor longitudinal device usage patterns as part of routine CI follow-up for this population.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoFeasibility of Minimally Invasive Robot-Assisted Retrofacial Access to the Stapedius Muscle for Applications in Objective Cochlear Implant Fitting: A Cadaveric StudyThis cadaveric feasibility study is too preliminary to change clinical cochlear implant fitting practice, but it demonstrates a potential robotic pathway for objective fitting in non-cooperative patients; no actionable change at this stage.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoIambic Production Advantage and Unbiased Recognition in Word Learning by Mandarin-Speaking Children with Cochlear ImplantsFindings are preliminary and specific to Mandarin-speaking pediatric CI users; no immediate change to word-learning or rehabilitation protocols is warranted, though the stress-pattern production advantage may inform future language therapy approaches.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoOutcomes of Bonebridge Implantation in 10 Patients with Rare Genetic Syndromes and Difficult AnatomyThis small case series suggests Bonebridge implantation is feasible in patients with rare genetic syndromes and complex anatomy, but the evidence is too limited to change standard selection criteria; case-by-case surgical planning remains essential.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3w agoIntracochlear PLGA implants for simultaneous controlled release of multiple drugsControlled multi-drug delivery directly to the cochlea could eventually transform treatment of conditions like sudden hearing loss, Meniere's disease, and ototoxicity (medication-related hearing damage) by bypassing the blood-cochlear barrier.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·3w agoFinding hearing loss support through RNID Near YouThis case highlights how peer support and community services like RNID Near You can bridge gaps between diagnosis and appropriate intervention, which is relevant for audiologists managing patients who are disengaged or under-supported.＋Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·4w agoGene Therapy for Inherited Deafness Shows Lasting Hearing RestorationAudiologists treating patients with OTOF-related deafness (a genetic condition causing the inner ear's sound-signalling cells to malfunction) should be aware this therapy may represent a future treatment pathway, but it remains investigational — no change to routine clinical...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·4w agoExploring parental perspectives on the barriers and benefits of pediatric cochlear implantation: a cross-sectional study in Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaNo 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.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·4w agoEarly tinnitus burden and subjective hearing are candidate markers of 2-year quality of life after cochlear implantation in single-sided deafnessAudiologists fitting cochlear implants in single-sided deafness patients should assess early tinnitus burden and subjective hearing as routine pre- and post-operative markers, as these may predict 2-year quality-of-life outcomes and guide counselling.＋Save
