Cochlear implantation has become a well-established and effective surgical intervention for individuals with severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss who do not benefit from conventional hearing aids. This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of the standard surgical techniques used in cochlear implantation, with a focus on practical aspects relevant to routine clinical practice.

Key topics will include patient selection criteria, preoperative evaluation, surgical steps, intraoperative considerations, and postoperative care. Emphasis will be placed on optimizing patient outcomes through careful planning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and long-term follow-up.

The session aims to support clinicians in refining their approach to cochlear implantation by reinforcing evidence-based practices and highlighting common clinical scenarios encountered in both pediatric and adult populations. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the procedural workflow and the essential factors contributing to successful auditory rehabilitation.

Discuss the current indications for cochlear implants and also de new indications as unilateral hearing loss, moderate hearing loss, neuropathy, elderly patients, otosclerosis, comorbidities, malformations and others.