RE: Fully Implantable CI

[Guest guest]

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That is a no brainer. LOL But you knew that. Come back in 10 years

and ask again. Considering how often we change batteries now, you bet they

are going to need a power source that will last years.

When you sign up for one, I will be right behind you in the line.

There, that answer your question? LOL

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& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

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[Guest guest]

I think this concept is going to see the light of day in less than 5 years.

Fully Implantable CI

On another forum there was a discussion about fully implantable CIs. If you

had the opportunity to receive one, would you? Why or why not?

The idea interests me, but only if researchers can find a battery that

allows surgical replacement every 2-3 years (or annually at the very least).

Hopefully as time goes on and more research is done, batteries will not need

replacement.

Another question I have is in regards to programming. How will the CI be

controlled? Will it use a remote control or will it utilize similar

components used in today's speech processors?

Although this idea may never see the light of day, it's interesting to

ponder just the same. <smile>

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activated: 3/1/06

[Guest guest]

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That's what I've read as well. I really do hope it will become reality

someday -- even though I'm very happy with the CIs I have now! <smile>

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activated: 3/1/06