Implantable microphone

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1997-03-27

1999-03-30

Lacyk, John P.

Surgery

Speech correction/therapy

H04R 2500, A61F 120

Patent

active

058881875

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to methods for amplifying vocal (i.e., speech) and other sounds produced by humans and other animals. The present invention provides implantable microphones and sound amplification systems suitable for use in diagnostic and research settings, as well as for use by subject's in need of assistance to vocalize.

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