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Vestibular Issues in Cochlear Implantation, presented in partnership with Salus University

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1.  Which vestibular end organ is most affected by cochlear implantation? Horizontal Semicircular Canal Saccule Utricle Endolymphatic duct

2.  What percentage of children present with reduced vestibular system information pre-implantation? 10% 40% 70% 90%

3.  When do most patients with dizziness post-cochlear implantation experience symptom onset? First week First month After 3 months After 6 months

4.  Patient demonstrates reduced right peripheral vestibular system performance. What is your recommendation for cochlear implantation? No preference Implant the right ear Implant the left ear Recommend no implantation

5.  What surgical consideration is associated with dizziness? Steroid use Atraumatic electrode array Deep insertion Fast insertion speed