Complex Cochlear Implant Cases: Management and Troubleshooting

Complex Cochlear Implant Cases: Management and Troubleshooting is a book that provides new and experienced cochlear implant audiologists with the opportunity to tap into the knowledge and experience of skilled colleagues who have handled unique and challenging clinical situations with current or potential implant recipients. The book includes pediatric and adult complex cases pertaining to issues in mapping, equipment issues, improper device programming, lack of objective methods, and more. Each case starts with a clinical presentation, audiological testing, device programming, and suggested reading with research-backed references.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 278 pages
Publication date: 12 December 2022
Publisher: Plural Publishing Inc

Not all cochlear implant cases present in a traditional manner, which calls for audiologists to seek a second opinion in more intricate and difficult cases. Complex Cochlear Implant Cases: Management and Troubleshooting offers both new and experienced cochlear implant audiologists the opportunity to tap into the knowledge and experience of skilled colleagues who have handled unique and challenging clinical situations with current or potential implant recipients. The book includes pediatric and adult complex cases pertaining to issues in mapping because of various medical conditions, equipment issues, improper device programming, lack of objective methods, and more. Each case starts with a clinical presentation, audiological testing, device programming, and suggested reading with research-backed references. The addition of questions for the reader offers time for the clinician to work through the case in their mind before providing answers, insights, summary, and key points. In addition to cases, the book also includes information on common methods for troubleshooting, objective measures, and instruction, as well as supplemental information regarding programming electrical-acoustic stimulation (EAS) cochlear implants. Key Features Includes pediatric and adult complex cases Cases are descriptive and offer highly illustrative insights Cases written by experienced cochlear implant audiologists working in high-volume cochlear implant centers in hospital and university settings 125+ figures including audiograms, mapping, and objective measures provide a visual representation to each case, helping the reader rationalize recommendations from leaders in the field. In this book, you'll be exposed to a variety of complex cases that will help you improve your clinical skills. You'll learn about: 1. Common challenges in cochlear implant mapping, such as anatomical variations, poor electrode placement, and complex auditory pathways. 2. Strategies for optimizing device programming, including adjusting parameters, using advanced algorithms, and incorporating objective measures to improve speech perception. 3. Techniques for troubleshooting common issues, such as device failures, poor sound quality, and speech discrimination problems. 4. Case studies of pediatric and adult patients with complex cochlear implant cases, including their clinical presentations, audiological testing, device programming, and outcomes. 5. Insights from experienced cochlear implant audiologists on managing complex cases, including communication strategies, patient education, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals. 6. Information on common methods for troubleshooting, objective measures, and instruction, as well as supplemental information regarding programming electrical-acoustic stimulation (EAS) cochlear implants. By reading this book, you'll gain valuable knowledge and skills that will help you provide optimal care to patients with complex cochlear implant cases. Whether you're a new or experienced audiologist, Complex Cochlear Implant Cases: Management and Troubleshooting will be a valuable resource for improving your clinical practice and advancing the field of cochlear implantology.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781635503838