Shows the impact of inner ear malformations on auditory and language outcomes in pediatric cochlear implant users, suggesting important considerations for rehabilitation.
IEM subtype significantly influences auditory performance and language development outcomes in pediatric CI users. These anatomical differences should be considered during preoperative counseling and in the planning of postoperative rehabilitation. Notably, despite intergroup variability, all participants demonstrated measurable improvements in auditory perception and speech production following cochlear implantation.
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Hüseyin Deniz (2026) studied this question.
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