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MED-EL SYNCHRONY ABI Auditory Brainstem Implant
Also known as: SYNCHRONY ABI, MED-EL ABI, SYNCHRONY Auditory Brainstem Implant System, MED-EL auditory brainstem implant
MED-EL
Company
MED-EL
Program Type
Device
Modality
BCI/Neurotech
Stage
Approved
Status
Approved
Target Gene
—
Route / Mode
Implantable auditory brainstem neuroprosthesis with external audio processor
Confidence
89%
Status Confidence
Status confirmed
Evidence Strength
Strong evidence
Last Reviewed
2026-06-10
Geography
Europe, selected global markets
Population
adult, pediatric, congenital, profound, auditory-brainstem-implant, implantable-neuroprosthesis
Trial IDs
0
Mechanism
Auditory brainstem implant system that bypasses a non-functioning or absent auditory nerve by placing a 12-contact electrode paddle on the cochlear nucleus and routing sound through compatible MED-EL external audio processors.
Indications
Notes
Complements the existing Cochlear ABI541 row by adding MED-EL's current auditory brainstem implant family, especially relevant for nonfunctional or absent auditory nerves and expanded CE-marked candidacy.
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