Table 2.
Exposure to medical issues related to the implanted ear during the pandemic
| Medical problem | N | % |
|---|---|---|
| Child had ear infection during lockdown period | ||
| Yes | 4 | 2.3 |
| No | 170 | 97.7 |
| Went to hospital to treat the infection | ||
| Yes | 4 | 100.0 |
| Consulted CI surgeon for given treatment | ||
| Yes | 1 | 25.0 |
| No | 3 | 75.0 |
| Treatment received | ||
| Antibiotics only | 3 | 75.0 |
| Antibiotics with anti-inflammatory drugs | 1 | 25.0 |
| Child exposed to head trauma during the lockdown | ||
| Yes | 4 | 2.3 |
| No | 170 | 97.7 |
| Went to hospital due to the head trauma | ||
| Yes | 1 | 25 |
| No | 3 | 75 |
| Consulted the surgeon for management | ||
| Yes | 1 | 25.0 |
| No | 3 | 75.0 |
| Affected device function | ||
| Yes | 0 | 0.0 |
| No | 4 | 100 |
CI, cochlear implant.