Letter I

In-the-canal hearing aid

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A hearing instrument custom designed to fit in the ear canal.

It protrudes slightly into the outer ear and so is visible.

In-the-canal (ITC) instruments are appropriate for mild to moderate hearing losses but not for infants or young children.

See also: Hearing aid

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