What is the outlook for children with cochlear implants?
A cochlear implant will not cure your child’s deafness but it should provide a useful sensation of hearing sound. However it takes a lot of time, patience and practice to use it as well as possible. If you have any questions, please call Peter Pan Ward on 020 7829 8825 Ref: 09F0508 © GOSH Trust June 2009 Compiled by the ENT department in collaboration with the Child and Family Information Group This information does not constitute health or medical advice and will not necessarily reflect treatment at other hospitals. If you have any questions, please ask your doctor. No liability can be taken as a result of using this information.