Controlled curvature electrode array with ionic electroactive polymer-based micro-actuators for cochlear implantation
Résumé
Cochlear implantation is the standard therapy for patients with severe to profound hearing loss. Currently, the most difficult task during implant surgery is inserting the electrode array (EA) properly into the scala tympani ramp of the patient's cochlea. A new prototype with low stiffness to reduce friction forces allowing better control of insertion process, facilitate the work of surgeon and decrease the probability of trauma. We propose to associate very thin film electrode array with electronic conducting polymer based microactuators.
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