Online Course Detail

Submitted by jmr on April 8, 2010 - 11:50am

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Auditory Neuropathy and Cochlear Implantation in Children

The diagnosis of Auditory Neuropathy/Dys-synchrony in a child with a sensorineural hearing loss will quickly raise the possibility of cochlear implantation. Experience to date has resulted in providing cochlear implants to 35 children with this diagnosis. This presentation reviews diagnostic procedures, medical/surgical considerations, and the outcomes documented in this population of pediatric patients.

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Length: 60 minutes

Cost: Free to View

Course Objectives:

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to name the primary diagnostic characteristics of Auditory Neuropathy/Dys-synchrony.
As a result of this activity, participants will be able to discuss the recommended diagnostic battery for the diagnosis of Auditory Neuropathy/Dys-synchrony.
As a result of this activity, participants will be able to discuss outcomes for patients with Auditory Neuropathy/Dys-synchrony.

Course Instructor(s):
Jon K. Shallop, Ph.D. and Alyce Breneman, M.A., Mayo Clinic Cochlear Implant Program, Department of Otorhinolaryngology