{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Diving technique of cochlear implant electrode insertion for hearing preservation: how I do it.
{Author}: Zhang Z;Si Y;Guo J;
{Journal}: Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol
{Volume}: 0
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2024 Jul 8
{Factor}: 3.236
{DOI}: 10.1007/s00405-024-08800-z
{Abstract}: <B>BACKGROUND: </B>Preservation of intracochlear structures and residual hearing has become a major concern in modern cochlear implant. Consequently, many efforts have been made to minimize intraoperative trauma, especially while cochlear fenestration and electrode insertion.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>Building on the core concept of "soft surgery", a modified approach, described as diving technique for cochlear implant electrode array insertion is proposed. Steps and technical points are presented with figures, video and review of relevant anatomy.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>This novel diving technique is operationally feasible and safe, promising to minimize intraoperative invasion and thus preserve residual hearing in cochlear implant.