Interference in Combined Cochlear Implant and Hearing Aid Use: A Scoping Review

The study offers valuable insights into the prevalence, causes, and assessment of interference in the combined use of CI and HA. Our review suggests that bimodal interference is individualized or listener-specific, with various factors affecting the utility of bimodal and EAS. Thus, a mixed-methods approach should be implemented in the future to gain a more comprehensive understanding of interference. Customized strategies can also be explored and applied to reduce interference through HA programming, CI mapping, counseling, and training to enhance the benefits for bimodal and EAS users.