Implantation of a new active bone conduction hearing device with optimized geometry

HNO. 2020 Aug;68(Suppl 2):106-115. doi: 10.1007/s00106-020-00877-2.

Abstract

Here, we describe the surgical technique for implanting a new, active, transcutaneous bone conduction hearing aid. The implant technology is based on a system that has been in use reliably since 2012. The geometry of the new implant has been adapted based on experience with previously introduced implants. The surgery was feasible, standardized, and safe. Due to the optimized geometric design that improved the bone fit, it is not necessary to use specialized, detailed preoperative planning, except in challenging anatomical conditions; e.g., in young children, malformations, poor pneumatization, or after a canal wall down mastoidectomy.

Keywords: Hearing aids; Hearing loss, conductive; Hearing loss, mixed, conductive-sensorineural; Otologic surgical procedures; Patients.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bone Conduction*
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Hearing Aids*
  • Hearing Loss, Conductive
  • Hearing Loss, Mixed Conductive-Sensorineural* / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Prostheses and Implants
  • Treatment Outcome