Korean J Otorhinolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.
2016 Dec;59(12):807-812. 10.3342/kjorl-hns.2016.59.12.807.
Otologic Active Middle Ear Implants
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. jychoi@yuhs.ac
- KMID: 2368006
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.3342/kjorl-hns.2016.59.12.807
Abstract
- Implantable devices for aural rehabilitation are widely developed worldwide. In the manuscript, we review the implantable middle ear hearing devices currently in use, such as the Vibrant Soundbridge system (Med-El Corporation), the MAXUM system (Ototronix LLC), the fourth-generation of Carina prosthesis (Otologics LLC), and the Esteem device. Implantable hearing aids will unquestionably be the major drivers of advancement in otologic practice in early future, improving the quality of life of an increasingly aged population, which will consequently require increased levels of hearing support.
