Case report - biofilm infection of a cochlear implant.

Authors :: Vaid N
Vaid S
Manikoth M
Source :: Cochlear implants international [Cochlear Implants Int] 2013 Mar; Vol. 14 (2), pp. 117-20. Date of Electronic Publication: 2012 Feb 02.
Publication Year :: 2013
Abstract: One of the most dreaded complications after cochlear implantation is infection. These infections are a challenge due to lack of any data regarding optimal methods of investigation and management. More often than not, these patients have to undergo explantation and revision surgery. This paper presents a case report and literature review which focuses on the role of antibiotics and the need for early explantation in most biofilm-related infections of cochlear implants.