A cochlear implant is a surgically implanted neuroprosthetic device that helps in hearing an individual who is deaf or hard of hearing.
One part of the implant sits behind the ear, and the other is surgically fitted under the skin.
Implantation of cochlear implants is performed under general anaesthesia.
The surgeon makes an incision behind the ear to access the cochlea to place the electrodes and the receiver under the skin behind the ear. The surgeon then sutures the wound.
The cost of Cochlear Implant includes:
Preoperative diagnostic tests cost (Hearing test, MRI or CT imaging tests, etc.)
Surgery cost (depends on the type of implant)
Type of implant
Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)
Medicine (Pain Killers, Antibiotics, etc.)
Note: Cochlear Implantation is an outpatient procedure. However, the doctor may advise an overnight stay for observation.
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
Any additional tests, if required
If any Post-surgical complication happens (such as swelling or bleeding, Infection around the implant, numbness of ears)
Blood products (if required)
An extended stay at the Hospital due to any health reason apart from the package stay period
Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
An ENT surgeon should be consulted for implanting Cochlear Implants.
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Cochlear Implants, being successful prostheses, have an exceptionally high success rate with less than 1% rejection.
It takes around four to six weeks to recover following Cochlear Implant Surgery.
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