Bone anchored hearing aids in children: an update.
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Authors
Doshi, Jayesh
McDermott, Ann Louise
Sheehan, Patrick
Issue Date
2012-05-01
Type
Article
Peer-Reviewed Publication
Peer-Reviewed Publication
Keywords
Adolescent
Bone conduction
Child
Hearing aids
Implants
Osseointegration
Peer-reviewed article
Preschool child
Prostheses
Suture anchors
Young adult
Bone conduction
Child
Hearing aids
Implants
Osseointegration
Peer-reviewed article
Preschool child
Prostheses
Suture anchors
Young adult
Rights
Journal
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
Volume
76
Issue
5
Alternative Title
Abstract
Objective: Over recent years, there have been a significant number of publications reporting evolving bone anchored hearing device (BAHD) indications and modifications in surgical techniques. We aim to present a review of recent trends in paediatric BAHD surgery and also discuss alternative treatment options available.
Methods: All papers referring to paediatric BAHD surgery (English language) were identified from Medline, Pubmed, Cochrane library and Embase search in May 2011. Abstracts were read and relevant papers were obtained.
Results: BAHDs have evolved over recent years as technology has advanced. New bone conduction hearing devices have recently been launched such as the Ponto system [Oticon™], Alpha 1 (M) hearing system [Sophono™], Soundbite system [Sonitus™] and the Vibrant Soundbridge system [Medel™]. Modifications to existing implant systems have significantly altered BAHD practice with earlier loading of the sound processor now a positive step forward.
Conclusions: The latest generation of percutanous devices have been designed to reduce skin complications, promote better osseointegration and earlier loading of the sound processor. Alternative devices without a skin-penetrating abutment are now available and have shown promising results in the paediatric population.
Citation
Doshi J, Sheehan P, McDermott AL. Bone anchored hearing aids in children: an update. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2012 May;76(5):618-22. doi: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2012.02.030. Epub 2012 Mar 3. PMID: 22390904.