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Electrical-Acoustic Stimulation (EAS) for

Partial deafness/High frequency sensorineural hearing loss

Indications

  • Partial sensorineural hearing loss
  • Drop in the high-frequency range from approximately 1500 Hz (air conduction hearing thresholds). See the area marked in red in the diagram.
  • Monosyllable score ≤60% at 65dB SPL in best aided condition
  • No air-bone gap >15dB
  • Realistic expectations
  • Readiness for rehabilitation

The key features of the Synchrony 2 for EAS are

Special atraumatic electrode carrier for partial insertion to preserve residual hearing
MRIs of 1.5 and 3.0 Tesla* without magnet removal surgery.**
Extremely high product reliability and safety for your patients
Improved communication, including on the phone
Better speech understanding in noise
Natural sound quality

Sonnet 2 EAS Audio Processor

Automatic settings adjustment to listening environment
Noise reduction
Lightweight and easy to wear
Directional microphones
Streaming options
Splashproof or waterproof with protective cover

**The SYNCHRONY 2 cochlear implant is MR conditional. Recipients with a SYNCHRONY 2 Cochlear Implant may be safely MRI scanned at 0.2, 1.0, 1.5, and 3.0 Tesla following the conditions detailed in the instructions for use.

**Unless required for diagnostic reasons.

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