Cochlear Implant 

* What is a cochlear implant? 

It is a surgical procedure in which an electronic medical device is implanted that helps everyone who suffers from severe hearing difficulties by directly stimulating the auditory nerve.

 * How does a cochlear implant work? 

The cochlear implant bypasses the damaged parts of the ear until the sound is delivered directly to the auditory nerve. A sound processor is installed behind the ear. It collects sound waves and transmits them to a separate device, which is implanted under the skin behind the ear. It sends sound signals to electrodes implanted in the cochlea of ​​the inner ear. These signals stimulate the auditory nerve, which transmits signals to the brain and It is translated into sounds.

 * Who are eligible for cochlear implants?

 Who suffers from severe hearing loss in both ears, the absence of localized conditions that can increase the risks associated with cochlear implants, scoring 50% or less in tests to distinguish sentences in the ear in which the cochlear implant will be implanted.

 * What are the benefits of cochlear implants?

 Better hearing ability, ability to hear and focus even in noisy places. 

* What are the risks of cochlear implants?

 Ringing in the ears, dizziness, problems with balance, loss of the remaining natural ability to hear, removing the outer part when showering or swimming, constantly charging the batteries or renewing them. The risks associated with a cochlear implant can increase, scoring 50 percent or less on tests that distinguish sentences in the ear in which the cochlear implant will be implanted.