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In a recent study, adults with cochlear implants completed the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a brief screening tool commonly used to assess memory, attention, and executive function. Their speech recognition in noise was then measured at longer-term follow-ups after implantation.
The findings showed that higher Montreal Cognitive Assessment scores were linked to better speech-in-noise performance months or years later. This suggests that cognitive skills play a meaningful role in how well cochlear implant users adapt to complex listening environments over time. The authors suggest that routine cognitive screening could help clinicians set expectations, personalize rehabilitation plans, and identify patients who may benefit from added support when adjusting to a cochlear implant.
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