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cochlear implants consist of a microphone worn behind the ear that picks up sound and sends it along a wire to a speech processor.As many as 24 electrodes.carry the impulses that stimulate the hearing nerve.The brain then interprets the signals.
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Are there cochlear implants for dogs?
No, there are currently no cochlear implants for dogs.
What percent of deaf people have cochlear implants?
45% of deaf people have cochlear implants.
How many people have gotten cochlear implants?
As of 2002, it is estimated that over 35,000 individuals have received cochlear implants
What are hearing implants?
Cochlear Implant
What is a cochlear implants advantages?
Hearing.
How much does a cochlear implants cost?
£30,000
Where are Cochlear implants done?
It is performed in a hospital
Who invented cochlear implants?
Adam Kissiah
Who inserts cochlear implants?
A specialist in otolaryngology
What has the author Michael J Ruckenstein written?
Michael J. Ruckenstein has written: 'Cochlear implants and other implantable hearing devices' -- subject(s): Cochlear Implants, Cochlear Implantation, Auditory Brain Stem Implantation, Auditory Brain Stem Implants
Are there hearing aids that work in conjuction with cochlear implants?
Yes there are hearing aids that work in conjuction with cochlear implants. The system is still under clinical research and has proven to be benificial.
Who would be involved in the operation of cochlear implants?
doctors&family?
