Implantable microphone could lead to fully internal cochlear implants
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Researchers developed a prototype of an implantable microphone for a cochlear implant. Their device, which senses the movement of the ear drum in the inner ear, performed as well as commercial hearing aids and could someday enable a fully internalized cochlear implant.
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Original Title: Implantable microphone could lead to fully internal cochlear implants. This tiny, biocompatible sensor may overcome one of the biggest hurdles that prevent the devices from being completely implanted.