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Kemper EHM, Markodimitraki LM, Magré J, Simons DC, Thomeer HGXM. Cochlear implant positioning: development and validation of an automatic method using computed tomography image analysis. Front Surg 2024; 11:1328187. [PMID: 38317854 PMCID: PMC10839008 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2024.1328187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
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The aim of this study was to preoperatively asses the feasibility of drilling a bony recess for the fixation of a cochlear implant in the temporal bone. Even though complications are rare with cochlear implantations, drilling at the site of implantation have resulted in hematoma or cerebrospinal fluid leakage. Mainly in cases with a reduced temporal bone thickness, the risk for complications has increased, such as in paediatric patients. Methods An in-house designed semi-automatic algorithm was developed to analyse a 3D model of the skull. The feasibility of drilling the recess was determined by a gradient descent method to search for the thickest part of the temporal bone. Feasibility was determined by the residual bone thickness which was calculated after a simulated drilling of the recess at the thickest position. An initial validation of the algorithm was performed by measuring the accuracy of the algorithm on five 3D models with known thickest locations for the recess. The accuracy was determined by a part comparison between the known position and algorithm provided position. Results In four of the five validation models a standard deviation for accuracy below the predetermined cut-off value of 4.2 mm was achieved between the actual thickest position and the position determined by the algorithm. Furthermore, the residual thickness calculated by the algorithm showed a high agreement (max. 0.02 mm difference) with the actual thickness. Conclusion With the developed algorithm, a semi-automatic method was created to analyse the temporal bone thickness within a specified region of interest on the skull. Thereby, providing indications for surgical feasibility, potential risks for anatomical structures and impact on procedure time of cochlear implantation. This method could be a valuable research tool to objectively assess feasibility of drilling a recess in patients with thin temporal bones preoperatively.
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- Erik H. M. Kemper
- Departmentof Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
- Education Program Technical Medicine, Leiden University Medical Center, Delft University of Technology & Erasmus University Medical Center Rotterdam, Leiden, Netherlands
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- Departmentof Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
- UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Departmentof Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
- Technical Medicine, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
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- Departmentof Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
- UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands
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Markodimitraki LM, Harkel TCT, Bennink E, Stegeman I, Thomeer HGXM. A monocenter, patient-blinded, randomized, parallel-group, non-inferiority study to compare cochlear implant receiver/stimulator device fixation techniques (COMFIT) with and without drilling in adults eligible for primary cochlear implantation. Trials 2023; 24:605. [PMID: 37743463 PMCID: PMC10518101 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-023-07568-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND During the cochlear implantation procedure, the receiver/stimulator (R/S) part of the implant is fixated to prevent postoperative device migration, which could have an adverse effect on the position of the electrode array in the cochlea. We aim to compare the migration rates of two fixation techniques, the bony recess versus the subperiosteal tight pocket without bony sutures. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This single-blind randomized controlled trial will recruit a total of 112 primary cochlear implantation adult patients, eligible for implantation according to the current standard of practice. Randomization will be performed by an electronic data capture system Castor EDC, with participants block randomized to either bony recess or standard subperiosteal tight pocket in a 1:1 ratio, stratified by age. The primary outcome of this study is the R/S device migration rate; secondary outcomes include patient-experienced burden using the validated COMPASS questionnaire, electrode migration rate, electrode impedance values, speech perception scores, correlation between R/S migration, electrode array migration and patient complaints, assessment of complication rates, and validation of an implant position measurement method. Data will be collected at baseline, 1 week, 4 weeks, 8 weeks, 3 months, and 12 months after surgery. All data analyses will be conducted according to the intention-to-treat principle. DISCUSSION Cochlear implantation by means of creating a tight subperiosteal pocket without drilling a bony seat is a minimally invasive fixation technique with many advantages. However, the safety of this technique has not yet been proven with certainty. This is the first randomized controlled trial that directly compares the minimally invasive technique with the conventional method of drilling a bony seat. TRIAL REGISTRATION Netherlands Trial Register NL9698. Registered on 31 August 2021.
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- Laura M Markodimitraki
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G.05.1.29, P.O. Box 85500, 3508 GA, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
- UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Image Sciences Institute, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G.05.1.29, P.O. Box 85500, 3508 GA, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G.05.1.29, P.O. Box 85500, 3508 GA, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Canzi P, Berrettini S, Albera A, Barbara M, Bruschini L, Canale A, Carlotto E, Covelli E, Cuda D, Dispenza F, Falcioni M, Forli F, Franchella S, Gaini L, Gallina S, Laborai A, Lapenna R, Lazzerini F, Malpede S, Mandalà M, Minervini D, Pasanisi E, Ricci G, Viberti F, Zanetti D, Zanoletti E, Benazzo M. Current trends on subtotal petrosectomy with cochlear implantation in recalcitrant chronic middle ear disorders. ACTA OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGICA ITALICA : ORGANO UFFICIALE DELLA SOCIETA ITALIANA DI OTORINOLARINGOLOGIA E CHIRURGIA CERVICO-FACCIALE 2023; 43:S67-S75. [PMID: 37698103 PMCID: PMC10159642 DOI: 10.14639/0392-100x-suppl.1-43-2023-09] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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Objective To establish the safety and effectiveness of subtotal petrosectomy with cochlear implantation in patients affected by chronic middle ear disorders to refractory to previous surgical treatments. Methods A multicentre, retrospective study was conducted on patients affected by recalcitrant chronic middle ear disorders who underwent cochlear implantation in combination with subtotal petrosectomy. Patients' details were collected from databases of 11 Italian tertiary referral centres. Additionally, a review of the most updated literature was carried out. Results 55 patients were included with a mean follow-up time of 44 months. Cholesteatoma was the most common middle ear recurrent pathology and 50.9% of patients had an open cavity. 80% of patients underwent a single stage surgery. One case of explantation for device failure was reported among the 7 patients with post-operative complications. Conclusions Subtotal petrosectomy with cochlear implantation is a benchmark for management of patients with recalcitrant chronic middle ear disorders. A single stage procedure is the most recommended strategy. Optimal follow-up is still debated. Further studies are required to investigate the role of this surgery in paediatric patients.
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- Pietro Canzi
- Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pavia, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics Unit, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Division of Otorhinolaryngology, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Mental Health and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics Unit, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Division of Otorhinolaryngology, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pavia, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Mental Health and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Guglielmo da Saliceto Hospital, Piacenza, Italy
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- Department of Biomedicine, Neuroscience and Advanced Diagnostics, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico “Paolo Giaccone’’, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Otorhinolaryngology and Otoneurosurgery Department, University Hospital of Parma, Italy
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- Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics Unit, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience DNS, Otolaryngology Section, Padova University, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedicine, Neuroscience and Advanced Diagnostics, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico “Paolo Giaccone’’, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Guglielmo da Saliceto Hospital, Piacenza, Italy
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- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Section of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics Unit, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pavia, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Otology and Skull Base Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Senese, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pavia, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Otorhinolaryngology and Otoneurosurgery Department, University Hospital of Parma, Italy
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- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Section of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Otology and Skull Base Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Senese, Siena, Italy
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- Audiology Unit, Department of Specialistic Surgical Sciences Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico Milan, Italy
- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience DNS, Otolaryngology Section, Padova University, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pavia, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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Bako P, Kovacs M, Uzsaly J, Burian A, Bodzai G, Nemeth A, Toth A, Szanyi I, Gerlinger I. Subtotal Petrosectomy and Cochlear Implantation in Children With Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media: A Single Institutional Experience. J Audiol Otol 2022; 26:214-222. [PMID: 36285467 PMCID: PMC9597276 DOI: 10.7874/jao.2022.00220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) with or without cholesteatoma is a frequent chronic inflammatory condition in children, which may lead to severe hearing loss that affects speech development. Treatment of recurrent CSOM associated with unserviceable hearing requires a specialized approach with regard to disease eradication and hearing rehabilitation. In this study, we investigated the advantages of subtotal petrosectomy (SP) combined with cochlear implantation (CI) in children with CSOM associated with unserviceable hearing and describe our experience with regard to the efficacy of this method, together with a literature review. SUBJECTS AND METHODS SP with sequential or simultaneous CI was performed in three children (four ears), and postoperative audiometric data were recorded. RESULTS The study included two male and one female patient. Mean age at the time of SP was 10.75 years (7-13 years). Sequential implantation was performed in three ears. Facial nerve palsy occurred after SP in one patient. The latest word recognition scores of Cases 1, 2, and 3 were 80% (at 60 dB), 75% (at 60 dB), and 70% (at 50 dB) and 90% (at 50 dB), respectively. CONCLUSIONS SP with CI may be safe and reliable in children with CSOM associated with unserviceable hearing.
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- Peter Bako
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary,Regenerative Science, Sport and Medicine Research Group, Szentágothai Research Centre, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary,Address for correspondence Peter Bako, MD, PhD Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, 2 Munkacsy Street, H-7621 Pécs, Hungary Tel +36-72507312 Fax +36-72312151 E-mail
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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Jeong J, Nam Y, Han JH, Choi JY. Electrode Array Extrusion in Cochlear Implantation: Our Experience. Clin Exp Otorhinolaryngol 2022; 15:292-294. [PMID: 35413173 PMCID: PMC9441502 DOI: 10.21053/ceo.2021.02278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2021] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Subtotal Petrosectomy (SP) in Cochlear Implantation (CI): A Report of 92 Cases. Audiol Res 2022; 12:113-125. [PMID: 35314609 PMCID: PMC8938809 DOI: 10.3390/audiolres12020014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 02/13/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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In most cases, cochlear implantation is a straightforward procedure. Nevertheless, there are clinical situations in which the presence of the middle ear may compromise access and/or the outcome in terms of complications. This article includes a series of patients for whom we eliminated the middle ear to facilitate placement of the electrode array of the implant and/or reduce potential complications. A total of 92 cases in 83 patients, managed by the senior author, are included in this series. Different indications are outlined that justify associating a subtotal petrosectomy technique with cochlear implantation. The steps of the technique are described. We include complications from this series that compare favorably with standard techniques.
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