Inner ear malformation(IEM)primarily refers to malformations of the bony labyrinth.Currently,patients with IEM can benefit from cochlear implantation(CI),but the surgical difficulty and risks are greater compared to those with normal cochleae.This article summarizes the technical challenges of CI surgery in IEM patients,such as the prevention and management strategies for facial nerve malformations,cerebrospinal fluid otorrhea,and electrode malposition,as well as surgical strategies regarding electrode selection and the choice of implantation side.We also discusses the characteristics of postoperative outcomes and programming.Furthermore,using bibliometrics,this article highlights the research hotspots in CI surgery for IEM patients and forecast the future of research prospects.
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