HEARING LOSS, BILATERAL

This study tested a robotic device called iotaSOFT that helps surgeons insert cochlear implants into the ears of children with hearing loss. Twenty children aged 9 months to 12 years took part. The goal was to see if the robot is safe and works well. Researchers tracked any probl…

This study tests a new cochlear implant that slowly releases dexamethasone, a drug that reduces inflammation after surgery. The goal is to see if it works better than a standard implant for adults with severe hearing loss. About 48 adults will be randomly assigned to get either t…

This study tested a program where parents learned special communication strategies to help their toddlers with hearing loss develop spoken language. 105 children aged 12-18 months with bilateral hearing loss and no other disabilities took part. Parents received coaching via video…

This study tests whether a special technology tool can help deaf or hard-of-hearing children ages 3-10 improve their language skills. About 114 children will be randomly assigned to use the tool or continue their usual therapy. Researchers will measure changes in vocabulary, sent…

This study looked at whether hearing and vision loss are linked to delirium (sudden confusion) in older hospital patients. Over 1,500 participants answered screening questions and had their hearing and vision tested. In a smaller trial, researchers tested if posting communication…

This study tested a new method for programming cochlear implants called Focused Multipolar Stimulation (FMS). Researchers compared two ways to set up the implant: one using objective measurements and another based on the user's feedback. The goal was to see which approach helps a…