Knowledge and Practice in Cochlear Re-Implantation in the UK: A Survey for Audiologists.

IF 2.1 Q1 AUDIOLOGY & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

Audiology Research Pub Date : 2024-07-17 DOI:10.3390/audiolres14040055

Muhammed Ayas, Rosalyn Parker, David Muir, Jameel Muzaffar

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Abstract

Background: Cochlear implantation (CI) has proven to be a highly effective method for rehabilitating individuals with severe to profound hearing loss. However, challenges persist, particularly in cases where CI failure necessitates re-implantation. This study aims to address the gap in understanding the knowledge and practices of audiologists in the UK regarding cochlear re-implantation through a comprehensive questionnaire survey.

Methods: A bespoke questionnaire was distributed to audiologists working with CI across the UK. The survey, which included multiple-choice items, open-text responses, and visual analogue scales, was made accessible via an online link shared through professional bodies, email groups, and social media platforms.

Results: The survey received 27 responses, predominantly from female audiologists (71.4%), with significant representation from London (28.6%) and the East of England (21.4%). A majority of respondents had over 16 years of CI experience (35.7%) and held a master's degree (60.7%). Key reasons for CI re-implantation included electrode failure (82.1%) and hermetic seal failure (60.7%). While respondents showed strong confidence in counselling (88.8%) and managing re-implanted devices (84.6%), there was a noted variation in opinions regarding the need for additional training in intraoperative measures.

Conclusion: This survey highlights the current practices and training needs of UK audiologists in CI re-implantation. This underscores the importance of targeted training to fill knowledge gaps and improve clinical care during CI re-implantation, ultimately enhancing outcomes for both audiologists and CI recipients.

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英国人工耳蜗再植入的知识和实践：听力学家调查。

背景：事实证明，人工耳蜗植入（CI）是重度到极重度听力损失患者康复的一种非常有效的方法。然而，挑战依然存在，尤其是在 CI 失效需要再次植入的情况下。本研究旨在通过全面的问卷调查，了解英国听力学家在人工耳蜗再植入方面的知识和实践：方法：向全英国从事人工耳蜗工作的听力学家发放了一份定制问卷。调查内容包括多项选择题、开放文本回答和视觉模拟量表，通过专业机构、电子邮件群组和社交媒体平台共享的在线链接进行访问：调查共收到 27 份回复，主要来自女性听力学家（71.4%），伦敦（28.6%）和英格兰东部（21.4%）的受访者人数较多。大多数受访者拥有超过 16 年的 CI 经验（35.7%），并拥有硕士学位（60.7%）。再次植入 CI 的主要原因包括电极故障（82.1%）和密封失败（60.7%）。虽然受访者对咨询（88.8%）和管理再植入设备（84.6%）表现出很强的信心，但对是否需要在术中措施方面进行额外培训的意见存在显著差异：这项调查强调了英国听力学家目前在 CI 再植入方面的实践和培训需求。结论：这项调查强调了英国听力学家目前在人工耳蜗再植入方面的做法和培训需求，突出了有针对性的培训对填补知识空白和改善人工耳蜗再植入过程中的临床护理的重要性，最终提高听力学家和人工耳蜗接受者的治疗效果。

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Audiology Research AUDIOLOGY & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY-

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2.30

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23.50%

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审稿时长

11 weeks

期刊介绍： The mission of Audiology Research is to publish contemporary, ethical, clinically relevant scientific researches related to the basic science and clinical aspects of the auditory and vestibular system and diseases of the ear that can be used by clinicians, scientists and specialists to improve understanding and treatment of patients with audiological and neurotological disorders.