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Man Hears for First Time After 74 Years with New Ear
14 Oct
Summary
- A 74-year-old man received a new ear prosthesis.
- The prosthesis allows him to hear on his left side.
- The service is the only one of its kind in Northern Ireland.
A 74-year-old man named Stephen Gilbert has regained hearing on his left side after being fitted with a newly designed prosthetic ear. Gilbert was born with unilateral microtia, a rare condition where one external ear is underdeveloped or absent.
This remarkable achievement was made possible by the oral and maxillofacial surgery department at Ulster Hospital. This specialized service is the sole provider of bespoke prostheses in Northern Ireland, catering to individuals affected by congenital defects, traumatic injuries, and cancer surgery.
Gilbert expressed his profound joy, stating that hearing someone on his left, which was previously impossible, is now a very special experience. He emphasized the significant impact of having a prosthetic facial feature.
