Translating scientific research in laboratories into life-changing treatments for hearing loss is no miracle. Although cochlear implants are perceived as the first successful replacement of a human sense, advancements in cochlear implant technology are the result of decades of deliberate and diligent collaboration. For over three decades now, clinicians, their patients, and teams of specialists
Cochlear implantation is internationally recognized as the standard of care for patients with severe-to-profound hearing loss , with bilateral implantation regarded as the gold standard. However, despite a well-established body of research highlighting the cost-effectiveness of bilateral cochlear implantation and improved quality of life outcomes, it is believed that just 4.2% of people who are
MED-EL’s mission is simple—to help overcome hearing loss as a barrier to communication and quality of life. Because hearing loss comes in many forms, we offer solutions for each and every type of hearing loss. Types of Hearing Loss In fact, MED-EL is the only hearing solution manufacturer worldwide to offer a complete portfolio
Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) affects how sound is sent from the ear's inner hair cells to the brain. Here's the latest research on ANSD, cochlear implant candidacy, and tips for (re)habilitation unique to this patient population.