Creating a tool to improve cochlear implant surgery and preserve hearing
Development of a Micro-Mechanical Insertion Tool with Intraoperative Real-Time Electrophysiological Sensing Control for Cochlear Implantation
This study is testing a new tool to help surgeons place cochlear implants more safely and accurately, which could help protect your hearing and improve your quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Iotamotion, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Vadnais Heights, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10236529 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a micro-mechanical insertion tool designed to assist surgeons during cochlear implant surgeries. The tool will allow for controlled and consistent insertion of cochlear electrodes while monitoring real-time electrophysiological signals from the cochlea. By using feedback from these signals, the system aims to minimize the risk of damage to the cochlea and preserve residual hearing, which is crucial for patient quality of life. The project has already shown promising results in initial studies and aims to enhance usability for surgical teams.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are candidates for cochlear implantation and wish to preserve their residual hearing.
Not a fit: Patients who have already undergone cochlear implantation or those who do not have residual hearing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of hearing loss following cochlear implant surgery, leading to better outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with similar approaches in improving surgical techniques and outcomes in cochlear implantation.
Where this research is happening
Vadnais Heights, UNITED STATES
- Iotamotion, INC. — Vadnais Heights, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nikou, Constantinos — Iotamotion, INC.
- Study coordinator: Nikou, Constantinos
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.