Suicidality in Individuals With Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis
Abstract Objective To evaluate the prevalence of suicidality, including suicidal ideation and attempts, in individuals with any type of hearing loss compared to individuals without hearing loss, and to assess risk factors for suicidality in this population.
Isabelle J. Chau +5 more
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Evaluating Reasons for Revision Surgery and Device Failure Rates in Patients Who Underwent Cochlear Implantation Surgery [PDF]
So Yeon Kim +5 more
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Speech intelligibility of Cantonese-speaking children with cochlear implants [PDF]
The study investigated the speech intelligibility of Cantonese-speaking children with cochlear implants. Word and sentence intelligibility of 18 cochlear implant users with prelinguistic bilateral profound hearing loss were compared with that of 18 ...
Kwok, Hei-yiu, 郭熹瑤
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Pathogenesis of Age‐Related Hearing Loss and Therapeutic Strategies
ABSTRACT Age‐related hearing loss (ARHL) is a degenerative disorder of the auditory system, characterized by bilateral symmetrical sensorineural hearing loss that occurs with aging. As a highly prevalent age‐related condition worldwide, ARHL significantly impairs both the quality of life and mental health of the elderly.
Yu Xiao +6 more
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Abstract Research Summary Firm technological research has the potential to spawn multiple applications. Despite recognizing such potential, past literature disagrees on the process through which firms discover and grow new applications out of their past technological research.
Xirong (Subrina) Shen
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Exposed cochlear implant coverage with temporalis muscle flap [PDF]
Objective: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the use of the temporalis muscle flap as second layer coverage after cochlear implant extrusion. Methodology: This is a multicenter study in which cochlear implant extrusion complication was managed ...
Naveed Ahmed Khan +2 more
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Efficacy in noise of the Starkey Surflink Mobile 2 technology in directional versus omnidirectional microphone mode with experienced adult hearing aid users [PDF]
The Starkey SurfLink Mobile 2 is a remote microphone accessory. Starkey claims that by placing the SurfLink’s internal microphone in the directional microphone setting, the participant will hear better in noise over the omnidirectional setting.
Beal, Taylor Rae
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Emerging Triboelectric Nanogenerators for In‐Body Implantation
This review explores functional implantable triboelectric nanogenerators in biomedical applications, discussing their mechanisms, electricity generation, and design approaches. To solve postimplantation challenges, four types of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) are introduced: stretchable, bioadhesive, on‐demand biodegradable, and multiresponsive ...
Xiao Xiao +4 more
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Predictors of Early and Long-Term Sound Quality Ratings in Adult Cochlear Implant Recipients. [PDF]
This longitudinal study of 339 adult cochlear implant recipients demonstrates that subjective sound quality ratings improve significantly during the first 6 months post‐activation before plateauing, with early outcomes predicted by electrode placement factors (closer modiolar distance and deeper insertion depth), pre‐operative sound quality, and word ...
Berg KA, Tamati TN, Moberly AC.
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Laser Micromachining for Bioelectronics: Past, Present, and Future
Lasers offer a straightforward, flexible, and versatile route to the manufacture of bioelectronic devices, with distinct advantages over alternatives such as photolithography and printing. The key aspects of a laser when considering their use in bioelectronics fabrication are discussed in this review, and the development of laser micromachining within ...
J. G. Troughton, C. M. Proctor
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