Can children with other problems get a cochlear implant?
A. Some children with blindness have gotten cochlear implants. If a child has disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, or mental retardation, he may not get as much benefit from the implant. The implant team should include professionals who know a lot about these conditions. The team will consider how the child is getting along, and how much support he will have at home and school with the implant. They may recommend an implant but want to make sure the parents don’t expect too much.
