Long-term outcome of patients with Ménière's disease following cochlear implantation: a comprehensive outcome study with validated assessment tools.

Miray-Su Yılmaz TopçuoğluPeter K PlinkertMark Praetorius Sara Euteneuer

Published in: European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (2024)

CI has positive effects on all areas examined in our cohort. However, discrimination of speech at low sound pressure levels remained problematic postoperatively. In patients suffering from MD, the prioritized treatment goals include not only improved hearing but also the rehabilitation of vertigo and tinnitus, as well as the enhancement of QoL. Validated instruments are useful screening tools.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
hearing loss
newly diagnosed
patient reported outcomes
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
public health
clinical evaluation