Patients experiences of an active transcutaneous implant: The Bone Conduction Implant.

IF 1.6 4区医学 Q2 AUDIOLOGY & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

Audiology and Neuro-Otology Pub Date : 2025-02-18 DOI:10.1159/000544774

Ann-Charlotte Persson, Måns Eeg-Olofsson, André Sadeghi, Margret Lepp

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Abstract

Introduction: The aim of this qualitative study was to explore and describe patients' experiences of using and living with the Bone Conduction Implant (BCI).

Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 BCI users and analyzed according to the phenomenographic approach.

Results: Four conceptual themes were formed during the analysis; (1) conceptions of the process receiving the BCI, (2) conceptions of handling the BCI on a daily basis, (3) conceptions of hearing with the BCI, and (4) Conceptions of health care issues related to the BCI. The participants statements include experiences of improved hearing and self-esteem by using the BCI. Noisy situations and not being able to hear in daily life situations causes frustrations. The participants described anxiety about consequences following an MRI examination. The audio processor is easy to handle but the fact that it is not waterproof raise concerns. Despite some frustration and concerns, participants state that the audio processor has become a part of them, and they cannot imagine being without it.

Conclusion: The ability to hear and communicate with other people have a great impact on the participants daily life quality, and their statements shows the importance hearing has on their lives and how they perceive themselves. The BCI seems to be a good hearing rehabilitation alternative for the participants, and they state that the audio processor is easy to use and handle.

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Audiology and Neuro-Otology 医学-耳鼻喉科学

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3.20

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6.20%

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>12 weeks

期刊介绍： ''Audiology and Neurotology'' provides a forum for the publication of the most-advanced and rigorous scientific research related to the basic science and clinical aspects of the auditory and vestibular system and diseases of the ear. This journal seeks submission of cutting edge research opening up new and innovative fields of study that may improve our understanding and treatment of patients with disorders of the auditory and vestibular systems, their central connections and their perception in the central nervous system. In addition to original papers the journal also offers invited review articles on current topics written by leading experts in the field. The journal is of primary importance for all scientists and practitioners interested in audiology, otology and neurotology, auditory neurosciences and related disciplines.