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ArticleJournal of migration and health2026

Challenges in cochlear implant care for patients with migration backgrounds: Evaluating (Hr)QoL.

Susann Thyson, Kai G Kahl, Maika Werminghaus, Thomas Klenzner

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Susann ThysonCochlea Implant Center Duesseldorf, Department Of Otorhinolaryngology, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Moorenstraße 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany.
Kai G KahlDepartment of Psychiatry, Social Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany.
Maika WerminghausCochlea Implant Center Duesseldorf, Department Of Otorhinolaryngology, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Moorenstraße 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany.
Thomas KlenznerCochlea Implant Center Duesseldorf, Department Of Otorhinolaryngology, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Moorenstraße 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany.

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Objective: This study aims to assess and compare the quality of life (QoL) and health-related quality of life (HrQoL) of patients with cochlear implants (PwCI) and with or without a migration background (MB). It examines whether language proficiency and length of residence influence QoL and HrQoL outcomes in PwCI with a MB. Methods: Data from Results: PwCI with a MB had significantly lower WHOQOL-BREF global scores (Mdn = 62.50 / IQR = 25.00) than PmCI without a MB (Mdn = 75.00 / IQR = 25.00; Discussion: PwCI with a MB tended to have lower QoL and HrQoL, potentially due to factors such as language barriers, and limited healthcare access. Language proficiency appeared to play a role, while length of residence showed no clear effect. Addressing linguistic and cultural barriers, could help improve healthcare access. Enhancing communication and support may facilitate greater participation in rehabilitation and treatment adherence, potentially leading to better QoL and more efficient use of healthcare resources.

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Cochlea implantationGenderHearing disordersHearing rehabilitationHuman migration

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