Cochlear imaging in the era of cochlear implantation : from silence to sound
Verbist, B.M.
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Verbist, B. M. (2010, February 10). Cochlear imaging in the era of cochlear implantation : from silence to sound. Retrieved from https://hdl.handle.net/1887/14733
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Cochlear imaging in the era of cochlear implantation: from silence to sound
1. An objective cochlear framework allows accurate comparisons between scientific and clinicalstudies, cochlear structures and electrode positions. (this thesis)
2. Preoperative analysis of cochlear dimensions will improve patient specific implant planning. (this thesis)
3. The intrinsic cochlear morphology with its non-monotonously spiraling path most probably contributes to the risk for insertion trauma. (this thesis)
4. Postoperative CT in cochlear implant patients provides useful information for the patient, the surgeon and the CI-designers. (this thesis)
5. Functional MRI indicates that speechreading has the potential to impact positively on the development of auditory speech processing following cochlear implantation.
6. Contrast enhanced MRI plays a crucial role in the diagnosis of cochlear pathology associated with sensorineural hearing loss and may directly impact patient management.
7. Neurovascular causation of VIIIth nerve symptoms remains controversial and its diagnosis should never be made on imaging alone.
8. Radiologists must elevate their practice by subspecializing, becoming more involved with clinical care and actively interacting with patients and referring clinicians.
9. Improper use of technologies such as PACS and teleradiology will provide a mechanism by which radiologists will move from the desired role of consultants to the role of expert image interpreters.
10. Cochlear research progresses at a snail’s pace.
11. Visual impairment severs from objects. Hardness of hearing however severs from people. (I Kant)
12. Within the vast field of radiology head and neck radiology appears as small as the human cochlea; yet it is as important as hearing.
Leiden, 10/02/2010 BM Verbist
