Electric stimulation of the inner ear
Doménech Oliva, J.; Traserra Parareda, J.
Anales Otorrinolaringologicos Ibero-Americanos 16(1): 35-44
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0303-8874 PMID: 2719186 Document Number: 337843
Electrical stimulation of the inner ear is a valuable tool for the diagnosis and treatment of inner ear disorders. Its most known application is the cochlear implant, but it is also useful in the assessment of high frequency hearing and for the management of tinnitus. Patients receiving ototoxic drugs can be audiometrically followed with high-frequency electrostimulation audiometry. Results obtained with this technique are discussed. Tests for tinnitus suppression by means of transcutaneous electrostimulation are also presented.