CT-Guided cochlear implants boost Kids' speech and language
NCT ID NCT03886168
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tested a new way to program cochlear implants in children aged 4 to 12 who were born deaf. Instead of the standard method, doctors used CT scans to see exactly where the implant's electrodes sit inside the ear. They then turned off poorly placed electrodes to create a custom map. The goal was to see if this personalized approach improves speech, language, and hearing outcomes.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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