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Cochlear implants are electronic medical devices that bypass damaged structures in the inner ear to directly stimulate the auditory nerve, providing sound perception to individuals with severe to profound hearing loss. Unlike hearing aids, which amplify sound, Cochlear implants convert sound into electrical signals that are interpreted by the brain as sound, offering a potential for improved speech understanding and communication abilities.
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A cochlear implant is a medical device that bypasses damaged structures in the inner ear to directly stimulate the auditory nerve, enabling individuals with severe to profound hearing loss to perceive sound. Unlike hearing aids, which amplify sound, cochlear implants convert sound into electrical signals, providing a sense of sound to the brain.
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