SynthesisThe Laryngoscope2021
Scalar Translocation Comparison Between Lateral Wall and Perimodiolar Cochlear Implant Arrays - A Meta-Analysis.
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- Suitable Electrode Choice for Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Surgery: A Systematic Literature Review of Manual Electrode Insertion Adverse Events.Frontiers in surgery · 2022Pooled it
- Scalar position characteristics and translocation rates of different lateral wall electrodes within the cochlear basal turn: a cone beam computed tomography study.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2026Article
- Simulation of apically grounded cochlear implant stimuli using neural stimulation models.International journal of computer assisted radiology and surgery · 2026Article
- Cochlear integrity and scalar translocation assessment after cochlear implantation based on three-dimensional anatomical reconstructions.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2026Article
- Comparing Slim Straight and Slim Perimodiolar Electrode Arrays for Cochlear Implantation: Hearing Results and Risks-A Systematic Review (2015-2025).Audiology research · 2026Review
- Cochlear Implantation After Temporal Bone Fracture: A Systematic Review of Preoperative Predictors and Timing.Brain sciences · 2026Review
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- Complications in cochlear implant surgery: a comprehensive review.Journal of medicine and life · 2025Review
- Hearing Preservation After Cochlear Implantation with the Advanced Bionics HiFocus™ SlimJ Electrode Array.The journal of international advanced otology · 2025Article
- Impact of cochlear detailed morphology on insertion results and intracochlear trauma of a slim pre-curved electrode array: a micro-CT study.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2025Article
- Transimpedance Matrix Measurement (TIM) Parameters Evaluation for the Assessment of Cochlear Implant Electrode Placement and Modiolar Proximity in Children.Biomedicines · 2025Article
- Simulated auditory nerve response evoked by lateral-wall and peri-modiolar electrode arrays inserted in scala tympani or scala vestibuli.Frontiers in neuroscience · 2025Article
- Multivariate analysis of the exact effects of scalar position and insertion angle on speech discrimination.Frontiers in neurology · 2025Article
- Impact of Insertion Speed, Depth, and Robotic Assistance on Cochlear Implant Insertion Forces and Intracochlear Pressure: A Scoping Review.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Identifying Slim Modiolar Electrode Tip Fold-Over With Intracochlear Electrocochleography.Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery · 2024Article
- Changes in Revision Cochlear Implantation and Device Failure Profiles.Clinical and experimental otorhinolaryngology · 2024Article
- The impact of the size and angle of the cochlear basal turn on translocation of a pre-curved mid-scala cochlear implant electrode.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Cochlear implant electrode design for safe and effective treatment.Frontiers in neurology · 2024Review
- The role of pressure and friction forces in automated insertion of cochlear implants.Frontiers in neurology · 2024Article
- Effect of Cochlear Implant Electrode Insertion Depth on Speech Perception Outcomes: A Systematic Review.Otology & neurotology open · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectives/hypothesisTwo types of electrode arrays for cochlear implants (CIs) are distinguished: lateral wall and perimodiolar. Scalar translocation of the array can lead to intracochlear trauma by penetrating from the scala tympani into the scala vestibuli or scala media, potentially negatively affecting hearing performance of CI users. This systematic review compares the lateral wall and perimodiolar arrays with respect to scalar translocation. STUDY
designSystematic review.
methodsPubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases were reviewed for studies published within the last 11 years. No other limitations were set. All studies with original data that evaluated the occurrence of scalar translocation or tip fold-over (TF) with postoperative computed tomography (CT) following primary cochlear implantation in bilateral sensorineuronal hearing loss patients were considered to be eligible. Data were extracted independently by two reviewers.
resultsWe included 33 studies, of which none were randomized controlled trials. Meta-analysis of five cohort studies comparing scalar translocation between lateral wall and perimodiolar arrays showed that lateral wall arrays have significantly lower translocation rates (7% vs. 43%; pooled odds ratio = 0.12). Translocation was negatively associated with speech perception scores (weighted mean 41% vs. 55%). Tip fold-over of the array was more frequent with perimodiolar arrays (X
conclusionsScalar translocation and tip fold-overs occurred more frequently with perimodiolar arrays than with lateral wall arrays. In addition, translocation of the array negatively affects hearing with the cochlear implant. Therefore, if one aims to minimize clinically relevant intracochlear trauma, lateral wall arrays would be the preferred option for cochlear implantation. Laryngoscope, 131:1358-1368, 2021.
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