The evolution of cochlear implant technology and its clinical relevance.

The article presents a brief history of the development of the cochlear implant, from its beginnings to the present day. After a short description of the device, it describes the evolution of the technology for three of the top manufacturing companies, from the first model marketed, to the latest. It presents the technological advancements from one model to the next, taking into account the exterior design, processing capabilities and functionality.

Some considerations concerning cochlear implantation in IFACF-ORL.

The article analyzes the patients who have received a cochlear implant at "Prof. Dr. Dorin Hociota" Institute of Phonoaudiology and Functional ENT Surgery, Bucharest, over a period of 13 years, from the beginning of this program in the year 2000. It presents the types of devices used, the particularities of the patients, the surgical techniques and the outcome, critically analyzing the complications encountered. The authors' comments on the selection of patient protocol, surgical intraoperative challenges and cochlear implant technologies and capabilities are presented.