Implant, Auditory Brainstem
The Auditory Brainstem Implant is a surgically placed neural stimulation device that bypasses the cochlea and auditory nerve to directly stimulate the cochlear nucleus in the brainstem, providing sound perception for patients with non-functional auditory nerves, typically due to neurofibromatosis type 2 or other causes of bilateral auditory nerve loss. As a Class 3 device, it requires Premarket Approval (PMA) from the FDA, reflecting the highest level of regulatory scrutiny due to the significant risks associated with deep neural implantation. It is reviewed by the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) panel and carries an implant flag, indicating it is surgically placed inside the body. No regulation number or medical specialty code is assigned in the classification database.
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Basic Information
- Product Code
- MHE
- Device Class
- FDA class 3
- Medical Specialty
- Unknown
- Review Panel
- EN
- Submission Type
- 2
Device Characteristics
FEI Numbers
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Registration Numbers
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