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- Is cochlear implant surgery painful?
- What is the success rate of cochlear implants for adults?
- Is getting a cochlear implant a major surgery?
- How long does it take to recover from a cochlear implant?
Is cochlear implant surgery painful?
You may have mild to moderate pain in and around your ear and have a headache for a few days. You may have some popping or clicking in your ear and feel dizzy. This usually goes away within 1 week. The area behind your ear will be swollen for about 3 to 5 weeks.
What is the success rate of cochlear implants for adults?
Cochlear implants have a high success rate as medical prostheses because only less than 0.2% of recipients reject them. Adults often benefit immediately after the placement of the implant.
Is getting a cochlear implant a major surgery?
A: Cochlear implant surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately 1 to 3 hours. The procedure is considered a routine surgery with low risk.
How long does it take to recover from a cochlear implant?
Cochlear implantation is performed as outpatient surgery under general anesthesia. The procedure usually lasts about two hours. Only the internal component will be placed during surgery. You may go home the same day, and recovery time is usually one to two weeks.
