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Faibish G, Kaplan D, Knaanie A, Elsaeid S, Ziv O. The effect of ventilation tube insertion in pediatric cochlear implantation candidates with otitis media with effusion on postoperative complications. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2024; 176:111784. [PMID: 37988918 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2023.111784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Otitis media with effusion (OME) is a common finding in pediatric cochlear implant(CI) candidates and may be managed by inserting ventilation tubes. This study aimed to compare postoperative complication rates in children who underwent CI without and with OME, including patients who were treated without and with ventilation tube insertion. METHODS A population-based retrospective cohort study was conducted, including all CI patients, under ten years of age, at our institution, between 2007 and 2020. The study's population was divided into three groups based on their middle ear status at CI: 1) OME previously treated with VT, 2) untreated OME, and 3) normal-aerated ears. Postoperative complications of the groups were reviewed and served as our primary outcome measure. RESULTS Of the 257 implanted ears included, 53, 42, and 162 ears belonged to the VT-treated OME, untreated OME, and aerated groups, respectively. Acute mastoiditis (AM) rate was significantly higher in the OME group compared to the aerated groups (9.5 % vs. 2.5 %, p = 0.0134) and in the VT-treated compared to the untreated OME groups (15.1 % vs. 2.3 %, p = 0.0356). Similarly, the rate of developing chronic suppurative otitis media without cholesteatoma (CSOMWC) was significantly higher in the OME compared to the aerated groups (12.6 % vs. 2.5 %, p = 0.0011) and in the VT-treated compared to the untreated OME groups (18.8 % vs. 4.7 %, p = 0.0366). Other complications rated were very low and similar between the groups. No other statistical difference was found between the groups. CONCLUSION VT insertion in pediatric CI candidates with OME increased postoperative AM and CSOMWC. We believe that, at least in our population, VT introduction prior to CI, for OME, surgery should be avoided.
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- Guy Faibish
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Joyce & Irving Goldman Medical School at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Joyce & Irving Goldman Medical School at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel; Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel.
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Joyce & Irving Goldman Medical School at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel; Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Joyce & Irving Goldman Medical School at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel; Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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Natesan A, Behar S. Technology-Dependent Children. Emerg Med Clin North Am 2021; 39:641-660. [PMID: 34215407 DOI: 10.1016/j.emc.2021.04.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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There are a growing number of medically complex children with implanted devices. Emergency physicians with a basic knowledge of these devices can troubleshoot and fix many of the issues that may arise. Recognition of malfunction of these devices can reduce morbidity and mortality among this special population. In this article, we review common issues that may arise in children with gastrostomy tubes, central nervous system shunts, cochlear implants, and vagal nerve stimulators.
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- Alamelu Natesan
- Pediatrics, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA. https://twitter.com/amlun
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- Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Long Beach Memorial/Miller Children's Hospital, 2801 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90806, USA; Voluntary Faculty, Department of Pediatrics, UC Irvine School of Medicine, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
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OBJECTIVE Infectious complications occurring in cochlear implant (CI) recipients is of potentially major impact. A better understanding of severe infections in this cohort is necessary. DESIGN Single-center, retrospective cohort study. Level of Evidence 2B. SETTING Single-center, retrospective cohort study at a tertiary referral hospital. PARTICIPANTS AND INTERVENTIONS We included all patients who received a CI at our institution between 1983 and end of 2018 (4,622 implantations). MAIN OUTCOMES Prevalence, incidence, risk factors, and functional outcomes in severe implant infections. RESULTS There was an overall prevalence of 0.65% of severe CI infections. The cumulative incidence decreased after the year 2000, with lower infection rates with newer implant models. Patients with local risk factors were more susceptible to implant infection. In most patients, delayed re-implantation was successful. Speech-perception after re-implantation was comparable to pre-revision performance. CONCLUSIONS Modified implant design and improved surgical technique has led to a decrease in the prevalence and incidence of infected implants. In severe implant infections, active surgical and antimicrobial management is required, to achieve good long-term results.
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Mierzwiński J, Tyra J, Haber K, Drela M, Paczkowski D, Puricelli MD, Sinkiewicz A. Therapeutic approach to pediatric acute mastoiditis – an update. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2019; 85:724-732. [PMID: 30056031 PMCID: PMC9443014 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjorl.2018.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2018] [Revised: 05/16/2018] [Accepted: 06/14/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Introduction Acute mastoiditis remains the most common complication of acute otitis media. It may rarely appear also in cochlear implant patients. However, the treatment recommendations for this disease are not precisely defined or employed, and in the current literature the differences regarding both the diagnosis and management are relatively substantial. Objective The aim of this study was to determine a standard and safe procedure to be applied in case of pediatric acute mastoiditis. Methods A retrospective chart review of 73 patients with 83 episodes of acute mastoiditis hospitalized at our tertiary-care center between 2001 and 2016 was conducted. Bacteriology, methods of treatment, hospital course, complications, and otologic history were analyzed. Based on our experience and literature data, a protocol was established in order to standardize management of pediatric acute mastoiditis. Results All the patients treated for acute mastoiditis were submitted to an intravenous antibiotic regimen. In the analyzed group pharmacological treatment only was applied in 11% of children, in 12% myringotomy/tympanostomy was added, and in the vast majority of patients (77%) mastoidectomy was performed. In our study recurrent mastoiditis was noted in 8% of the patients. We also experienced acute mastoiditis in a cochlear implant child, and in this case, a minimal surgical procedure, in order to protect the device, was recommended. Conclusions The main points of the management protocol are: initiate a broad-spectrum intravenous antibiotic treatment; mastoidectomy should be performed if the infection fails to be controlled after 48 h of administering intravenous antibiotic therapy. We believe that early mastoidectomy prevents serious complications, and our initial observation is that by performing broad mastoidectomy with posterior attic and facial recess exposure, recurrence of acute mastoiditis can be prevented.
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- Józef Mierzwiński
- Children's Hospital of Bydgoszcz, Pediatric Cochlear Implant Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics, Bydgoszcz, Poland.
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- Children's Hospital of Bydgoszcz, Pediatric Cochlear Implant Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Children's Hospital of Bydgoszcz, Pediatric Cochlear Implant Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Children's Hospital of Bydgoszcz, Pediatric Cochlear Implant Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Children's Hospital of Bydgoszcz, Pediatric Cochlear Implant Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Nicolaus Copernicus University Hospital of Bydgoszcz, Department of Health Sciences, Department of Phoniatrics and Audiology, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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Pediatric recurrent acute mastoiditis: Risk factors and insights into pathogenesis. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2018; 111:142-148. [PMID: 29958598 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2018.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2018] [Revised: 05/31/2018] [Accepted: 06/02/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Recurrent acute mastoiditis is repeatedly reported in the literature, but data to understand the pathogenesis, update treatment recommendations and inform future trials are sparse due to the infrequency of the disease. METHODS A retrospective chart review from 2001 to 2016 was conducted including 73 children treated for acute mastoiditis. A follow-up survey was attempted for each patient. Bacteriology, method of treatment, hospital course, complications, and otologic history were analyzed. A chi-squared test, Fisher's exact test and Mann-Whitney U test compared recurrent acute mastoiditis to single acute mastoiditis cases. Additionally, a comprehensive PubMed search and review of world literature addressing recurrent pediatric acute mastoiditis was performed for comparative purposes. RESULTS Among 73 children with acute mastoiditis, six (8%) experienced recurrent acute mastoiditis. Streptococcus pneumoniae was the only bacteria isolated in this group. History of recurrent acute otitis media (>4 per year) prior to the first episode of acute mastoiditis was identified in 24% with single episode of acute mastoiditis and 83% with recurrent mastoiditis (p < 0.05). Fewer intracranial/intratemporal complications were identified among recurrent mastoiditis patients (p < 0.05). In a group of patients treated with more extensive surgical communication during mastoidectomy for primary acute mastoiditis (wide mastoidectomy with broad attic exposure and posterior tympanotomy) no recurrence was observed. CONCLUSION We identify multiple risk factors associated with recurrence and provide early data supporting anatomic predisposition to the development of recurrent acute mastoiditis. More aggressive opening between the mastoid cavity and middle ear may prevent recurrent acute mastoiditis episodes.
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Awad AH, Rashad UM, Gamal N, Youssif MA. Surgical complications of cochlear implantation in a tertiary university hospital. Cochlear Implants Int 2017; 19:61-66. [DOI: 10.1080/14670100.2017.1408231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Al Hussein Awad
- Otorhinolaryngology Department, Sohag Faculty of Medicine, Sohag University, Sohag, Egypt
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- Otorhinolaryngology Department, Sohag Faculty of Medicine, Sohag University, Sohag, Egypt
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- Otorhinolaryngology Department, Sohag Faculty of Medicine, Sohag University, Sohag, Egypt
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- Audiology Department, Sohag Faculty of Medicine, Sohag University, Sohag, Egypt
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Sakaida H, Usui S, Matsuda Y, Masuda S, Takeuchi K. Sonographic diagnosis of acute mastoiditis and subsequent retroauricular abscess in a pediatric cochlear implant recipient: A case report. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ULTRASOUND : JCU 2017; 45:515-519. [PMID: 28369924 DOI: 10.1002/jcu.22442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2016] [Revised: 11/15/2016] [Accepted: 12/04/2016] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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When acute mastoiditis occurs in cochlear implant recipients, it can progress to subsequent retroauricular abscess due to the absence of the external mastoid cortex resulting from mastoidectomy performed for cochlear implantation. The management goal is to control infection while preserving the implanted device. A 2-year-old boy with cochlear implants developed acute mastoiditis and a subsequent retroauricular abscess. The patient underwent a surgical intervention based on the diagnosis made utilizing gray-scale and power Doppler sonography. This case illustrates the diagnostic usefulness of sonography in this rare situation. © 2017 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Clin Ultrasound 45:515-519, 2017.
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- Hiroshi Sakaida
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu, Mie, Japan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, National Mie Hospital, Tsu, Mie, Japan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu, Mie, Japan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, National Mie Hospital, Tsu, Mie, Japan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu, Mie, Japan
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Hoberg S, Danstrup C, Laursen B, Petersen NK, Udholm N, Kamarauskas GA, Ovesen T. Characteristics of CI children with complicated middle ear infections. Cochlear Implants Int 2017; 18:136-142. [PMID: 28235386 DOI: 10.1080/14670100.2017.1289298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe cases of complicated middle ear infections in children with cochlear implants (CI), i.e., episodes of acute otitis media (AOM) and acute mastoiditis (AM), resulting in hospitalization. METHODS A total of 206 children under 16 years (300 implantations) were implanted between 1 January 2008 and 31 December 2014 at the West Danish CI Center, Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Aarhus, Denmark. By means of two prospective local databases, episodes of AOM or AM and demographics were retrieved including biochemistry, microbiology, length of follow- up, and variable treatment modalities (intravenous (IV) antibiotics, revision mastoidectomy, and insertion of ventilation tubes). RESULTS Overall rate of AOM and/or AM was 9.2% (AOM: 9%, AM: 1.9%). Mean age at CI was 46 months. Mean follow-up was 45 months. Mean time from CI operation to AOM or AM was 3 and 4 months, respectively. Children younger than 2 years were at highest risk of AOM and/or AM. All had antibiotics prescribed before admittance, and two- thirds of infected ears had already ventilation tubes inserted. Bacteria could not be detected in more than half of cases. The most frequently isolated strains were pneumococci and nontypable Haemophilus influenzae. The majority of patients were successfully treated with IV cefuroxime (64% of cases) and insertion of ventilation tubes. None of the children developed facial nerve paralysis, intracranial infections, or septicemia. DISCUSSION Almost 10% of CI children required at least one hospitalization due to AOM and/or AM compared with 0.1 per thousand of non-CI children. This discrepancy can be explained by a low threshold for active treatment of otitis media in CI children and hence referral to a CI center. The results suggest that benzylpenicillin might be an appropriate initial treatment of AOM and AM. However, cephalosporin was the most preferred antibiotic. Most CI children were already treated with ventilation tubes at admission and almost all children without ventilation tubes, had a tube inserted during admission. Insertion of ventilation tubes is still much debated and more research in this field is needed. CONCLUSION AOM and/or AM were seen in Danish children with CI as often as in other western countries. Treatment of complicated middle ear infections was sufficient with IV cephalosporin and ventilation tube insertion. Special attention should be paid to children younger than 4 years and the associated microbiology including serotyping should be monitored.
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- Søren Hoberg
- a Department of Clinical Medicine , Aarhus University , Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 82, DK-8200 Aarhus N , Denmark
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- b Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery , Aarhus University Hospital , Noerrebrogade 44, DK-8000 Aarhus C , Denmark
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- a Department of Clinical Medicine , Aarhus University , Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 82, DK-8200 Aarhus N , Denmark
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- b Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery , Aarhus University Hospital , Noerrebrogade 44, DK-8000 Aarhus C , Denmark
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- b Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery , Aarhus University Hospital , Noerrebrogade 44, DK-8000 Aarhus C , Denmark
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- b Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery , Aarhus University Hospital , Noerrebrogade 44, DK-8000 Aarhus C , Denmark
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- a Department of Clinical Medicine , Aarhus University , Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 82, DK-8200 Aarhus N , Denmark.,c Department of Otorhinolaryngology , Region Hospital Holstebro , Laegaardvej 12, DK-7500 Holstebro , Denmark
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Is It Necessary to Treat Otitis Media With Effusion (OME) Prior to Cochlear Implantation? Results Over a Long-term Follow-up. Otol Neurotol 2016; 37:1529-1534. [DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000001221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Bruijnzeel H, Draaisma K, van Grootel R, Stegeman I, Topsakal V, Grolman W. Systematic Review on Surgical Outcomes and Hearing Preservation for Cochlear Implantation in Children and Adults. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2016; 154:586-96. [PMID: 26884363 DOI: 10.1177/0194599815627146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2015] [Accepted: 12/23/2015] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The mastoidectomy with facial recess approach (MFRA) is considered the reference standard for cochlear implantation. The suprameatal approach (SMA) was developed more recently and does not require mastoidectomy, which could influence postoperative outcomes. We aim to identify the optimal operative approach for cochlear implantation based on postoperative complications and hearing preservation in children and adults. DATA SOURCES PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, and Google Scholar. REVIEW METHODS Studies comparing MFRA and SMA in children and adults were eligible for inclusion. Original reports with moderate relevance and validity were included. Relevance and validity were assessed with a self-modified critical appraisal tool. This review was reported in accordance to PRISMA guidelines. RESULTS We retrieved 294 citations. Only retrospective nonrandomized studies were identified (level III evidence). Six articles were selected for full-text inclusion and 4 articles for data extraction. No article found a significant difference between MFRA and SMA with respect to postoperative complications in children and adults. One study found a significantly (P < .023) higher pediatric MFRA mastoiditis rate; however, meta-analysis did not indicate an overall effect. Hearing preservation was reported only in adults, and outcomes between techniques did not differ. CONCLUSION No evidence was noted for lower complication rates or improved hearing preservation between the MFRA and SMA for cochlear implantation in children and adults. Pediatric data were available for children implanted above the age of 24 months only. Level I evidence is needed to resolve the uncertainty regarding differences in postoperative outcomes of pediatric and adult MFRA and SMA.
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- Hanneke Bruijnzeel
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Raveh E, Ulanovski D, Attias J, Shkedy Y, Sokolov M. Acute mastoiditis in children with a cochlear implant. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2016; 81:80-3. [PMID: 26810295 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2015.12.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2015] [Revised: 12/14/2015] [Accepted: 12/24/2015] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Cochlear implantation is performed at a young age, when children are prone to acute otitis media. Acute mastoiditis is the most common complication of otitis media, but data on its management in the presence of a cochlear implant are sparse. The objective of this study was to assess the characteristics, treatment, and outcome of acute mastoiditis in children with a cochlear implant. METHODS The medical files of all children who underwent cochlear implantation at a pediatric tertiary medical center in 2000-2014 were retrospectively reviewed. Those diagnosed with acute mastoiditis after implantation were identified, and data were collected on demographics, history, presentation, method of treatment, complications, association with untreated otitis media with effusion, and long-term middle-ear sequelae. RESULTS Of the 370 children (490 ears) who underwent cochlear implantation, 13 (3.5%) were treated for acute mastoiditis (median age at acute mastoiditis, 32 months). Nine had a pre-implantation history of chronic secretory or acute recurrent otitis media, and 5 had been previously treated with ventilation tubes. In all 9 children who had unilateral cochlear implant, the acute mastoiditis episode occurred in the implanted ear. The time from implantation to mastoiditis was 5-61 months. The same treatment protocol as for normal-hearing children was followed, with special attention to the risk of central nervous system complications. Primary treatment consisted of myringotomy with intravenous administration of wide-spectrum antibiotics. Surgical drainage was performed in 8 out of 13 patients, with (n=7) or without (n=1) ventilation-tube insertion, to treat subperiosteal abscess or because of lack of symptomatic improvement. There were no cases of intracranial complications or implant involvement or need for a wider surgical approach. No middle-ear pathology was documented during the average 3.8-year follow-up. CONCLUSIONS The relatively high rate of acute mastoiditis and subperiosteal abscess in children with a cochlear implant, predominantly involving the implanted ear, supports the suggestion that recent mastoidectomy may be a risk factor for these complications. Despite the frequent need for drainage, more extensive surgery is usually unnecessary, and recovery is complete and rapid. As infections can occur even years after cochlear implantation, children with otitis media should be closely followed, with possible re-introduction of ventilation tubes.
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- Eyal Raveh
- Cochlear Implant Program, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel and Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Cochlear Implant Program, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel and Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Cochlear Implant Program, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel and Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel; Communications Disorder Program, Haifa University, Haifa, Israel.
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- Cochlear Implant Program, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel and Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel.
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- Cochlear Implant Program, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel and Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel.
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Javia L, Brant J, Guidi J, Rameau A, Pross S, Cohn S, Kazahaya K, Dunham B, Germiller J. Infectious complications and ventilation tubes in pediatric cochlear implant recipients. Laryngoscope 2015; 126:1671-6. [PMID: 26343393 DOI: 10.1002/lary.25569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2014] [Revised: 06/29/2015] [Accepted: 07/22/2015] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS At many centers, ventilating tubes (VTs) are placed routinely in otitis-prone pediatric cochlear implant recipients. However, this practice is controversial, as many otologists believe VTs represent a possible route for contamination of the device. Toward better understanding of the safety of VTs, we reviewed our center's infectious complications and their relationship to the presence of tubes. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. METHODS All patients undergoing cochlear implantation at our institution between 1990 and 2012 were reviewed for complications and their association with the presence of VTs. RESULTS A total of 478 patients (557 ears) were reviewed, representing over 2,978 patient-years of follow-up. In 135 ears (24.2%), a VT was present at time of, or placed at some point after, implantation. The remainder either never had a VT or it had extruded prior to implantation. Overall, 63 complications occurred, of which 17 were infectious. The most common were cellulitis (four), device infection (five), and meningitis (four). Only one occurred while a tube was present, and was a device infection in an ear having a retained VT in place for almost 4 years. No difference was observed in overall rates of infectious complications between the group with VTs and those who never had VTs. CONCLUSIONS This series, the largest to date, indicates that infectious complications after cochlear implantation are rarely associated with the presence of VTs, supporting the concept that, overall, VTs are safe in cochlear implant recipients. Close monitoring is essential, including prompt removal of tubes when they are no longer needed. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 4. Laryngoscope, 126:1671-1676, 2016.
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- Luv Javia
- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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Zawawi F, Cardona I, Akinpelu OV, Daniel SJ. Acute Mastoiditis in Children with Cochlear Implants. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2014; 151:394-8. [DOI: 10.1177/0194599814536686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Objective Acute mastoiditis is an uncommon but challenging condition when it occurs in children with cochlear implant. The literature is scarce as to the management of this condition with regards to explantation. The objective of the study is to determine the need for explantation in patients with cochlear implants who suffer from acute mastoiditis. Data Sources Online medical databases—PubMed, Ovid Medline, Ovid Medline in process, Embase, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, Biosis, Google Scholar, and Scopus. Review Methods A systematic review of all publications addressing the treatment of mastoiditis in cochlear implant children prior to November 2013 was conducted. Data were collected from online medical databases—PubMed, Ovid Medline, Ovid Medline in process, Embase, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, Biosis, Google Scholar, and Scopus. The review was performed in 3 phases; an initial screening review of abstracts was performed, followed by a detailed review of full articles based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, and lastly a final review to extract data from selected articles. Results Twelve articles were found eligible for this systematic review including a total of 43 patients. Subperiosteal abscess was present in 14.3%. All patients received intravenous antibiotics as an initial treatment, and if needed, surgical intervention was performed. Only 1 patient required explantation (2.3%). Conclusion Prompt, aggressive medical and if needed surgical therapy can help in saving the implant and result in a favorable outcome.
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- Faisal Zawawi
- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Farinetti A, Ben Gharbia D, Mancini J, Roman S, Nicollas R, Triglia JM. Cochlear implant complications in 403 patients: Comparative study of adults and children and review of the literature. Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis 2014; 131:177-82. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anorl.2013.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 135] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2013] [Revised: 05/13/2013] [Accepted: 05/29/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Xu BC, Wang SY, Liu XW, Yang KH, Zhu YM, Chen XJ, Du W, Li Y, Chen C, Guo YF. Comparison of Complications of the Suprameatal Approach and Mastoidectomy with Posterior Tympanotomy Approach in Cochlear Implantation: A Meta-Analysis. ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec 2014; 76:25-35. [DOI: 10.1159/000358922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2013] [Accepted: 01/17/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Sun JQ, Sun JW, Hou XY. Cochlear implantation with round window insertion in children with otitis media with effusion. ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec 2014; 76:13-8. [PMID: 24577319 DOI: 10.1159/000360007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2013] [Accepted: 01/14/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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AIMS To discuss indications and surgical techniques for cochlear implantation (CI) in children with profound sensorineural hearing loss and otitis media with effusion (OME). METHODS Between January 2003 and May 2013, a total of 550 patients received cochlear implants at the Anhui Provincial Hospital, Hefei, China. Of these, 30 children with OME underwent CI with round window insertion in one stage. RESULTS One-stage operations of CI with round window insertion were carried out in 30 children with OME. All electrodes were implanted successfully. CI was performed without complications and the electrode arrays were protected well. All implant devices worked normally and all patients performed well during an average follow-up period of 12 months. None of the patients experienced any immediate or delayed postoperative infection-related complications. CONCLUSIONS CI with round window insertion could be safely and effectively performed in one stage in children with profound sensorineural hearing loss and OME. It is unnecessary to delay implantation to control OME, but it remains a challenging problem in operation.
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- Jia-Qiang Sun
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Anhui Provincial Hospital, Hefei, China
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Osborn HA, Cushing SL, Gordon KA, James AL, Papsin BC. The management of acute mastoiditis in children with cochlear implants: saving the device. Cochlear Implants Int 2013; 14:252-6. [PMID: 23998418 DOI: 10.1179/1754762813y.0000000049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Early treatment of profound bilateral sensorineural hearing loss with cochlear implantation has become routine, resulting in an increased proportion of children implanted at younger ages. These children are at a relatively high risk for acute otitis media (AOM), and are more likely to develop mastoiditis in the implanted ear. Despite the significant risks associated with mastoiditis, including compromise of the implant, there are no specific guidelines on the management of this population. We propose a treatment algorithm emphasizing early but conservative operative intervention. METHODS A retrospective chart review included eight patients, who experienced mastoiditis, in the context of cochlear implantation at our center from August 2005 to November 2012. During this period 806 implant surgeries were completed. RESULTS The median age at which mastoiditis occurred was 37 months, and the mean time from implantation to mastoiditis was 9.56 months. All patients underwent drainage of the middle ear in conjunction with intravenous antibiotics, and two additionally underwent post-auricular incision and drainage. DISCUSSION Recent mastoidectomy may be a risk factor for the development of a post-auricular abscess in children, who develop AOM following cochlear implantation. A treatment algorithm was developed, which emphasizes early operative drainage in conjunction with aggressive antibiotic therapy. Conclusions A consistent approach to the management of mastoiditis in children with cochlear implants has not been established. Rapid initiation of aggressive antibiotic therapy and a low threshold for conservative operative intervention results in effective resolution of infection while allowing preservation of the implant.
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Understanding the issues of infection related to an implantable medical device is crucial to all cochlear implant teams. Furthermore, given the risk of central nervous system complications and the relatively high quantity of underlying resource investment associated with cochlear implantation, the stakes of infection are high. The optimal strategies to prevent and manage such infections are still evolving as good-quality prospective data to guide such management decisions are not yet abundant within the medical literature and many recommendations are based on retrospective reviews or anecdotal evidence. We will outline a general strategy to deal with cochlear implant-related infection based on both the authors' experience and the published literature.
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- Michael B Gluth
- Division of Otology & Neurotology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery,University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA.
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Rubin LG, Papsin B. Cochlear implants in children: surgical site infections and prevention and treatment of acute otitis media and meningitis. Pediatrics 2010; 126:381-91. [PMID: 20660544 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2010-1427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The use of cochlear implants is increasingly common, particularly in children younger than 3 years. Bacterial meningitis, often with associated acute otitis media, is more common in children with cochlear implants than in groups of control children. Children with profound deafness who are candidates for cochlear implants should receive all age-appropriate doses of pneumococcal conjugate and Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccines and appropriate annual immunization against influenza. In addition, starting at 24 months of age, a single dose of 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine should be administered. Before implant surgery, primary care providers and cochlear implant teams should ensure that immunizations are up-to-date, preferably with completion of indicated vaccines at least 2 weeks before implant surgery. Imaging of the temporal bone/inner ear should be performed before cochlear implantation in all children with congenital deafness and all patients with profound hearing impairment and a history of bacterial meningitis to identify those with inner-ear malformations/cerebrospinal fluid fistulas or ossification of the cochlea. During the initial months after cochlear implantation, the risk of complications of acute otitis media may be higher than during subsequent time periods. Therefore, it is recommended that acute otitis media diagnosed during the first 2 months after implantation be initially treated with a parenteral antibiotic (eg, ceftriaxone or cefotaxime). Episodes occurring 2 months or longer after implantation can be treated with a trial of an oral antimicrobial agent (eg, amoxicillin or amoxicillin/clavulanate at a dose of approximately 90 mg/kg per day of amoxicillin component), provided the child does not appear toxic and the implant does not have a spacer/positioner, a wedge that rests in the cochlea next to the electrodes present in certain implant models available between 1999 and 2002. "Watchful waiting" without antimicrobial therapy is inappropriate for children with implants with acute otitis media. If feasible, tympanocentesis should be performed for acute otitis media, and the material should be sent for culture, but performance of this procedure should not result in an undue delay in initiating antimicrobial therapy. For patients with suspected meningitis, cerebrospinal fluid as well as middle-ear fluid, if present, should be sent for culture. Empiric antimicrobial therapy for meningitis occurring within 2 months of implantation should include an agent with broad activity against Gram-negative bacilli (eg, meropenem) plus vancomycin. For meningitis occurring 2 months or longer after implantation, standard empiric antimicrobial therapy for meningitis (eg, ceftriaxone plus vancomycin) is indicated. For patients with meningitis, urgent evaluation by an otolaryngologist is indicated for consideration of imaging and surgical exploration.
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Rodríguez V, Cavallé L, De Paula C, Morera C. Tratamiento de la mastoiditis aguda en niños con implante coclear. ACTA OTORRINOLARINGOLOGICA ESPANOLA 2010; 61:180-3. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otorri.2009.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2009] [Accepted: 12/19/2009] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Migirov L, Kronenberg J. Petromastoid canal and cochlear aqueduct in cochlear implant candidates. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2009; 140:419-22. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2008.11.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2008] [Revised: 11/12/2008] [Accepted: 11/12/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Objective: To present temporal bone fine channels in cochlear implantation candidates. Methods: Review of the axial sections of 108 temporal bone CTs. In type I, the petromastoid canal (PMC) was invisible but appeared as channels in type II and type III, <0.5 and 0.5-1 mm wide, respectively, and in type IV was >1 mm wide. The cochlear aqueduct (CA) was visualized up to the vestibule in type 1, the medial two thirds in type 2, the external aperture and/or the medial third in type 3, and was undetectable in type 4. Results: The PMC size and shape differed significantly between the young (aged <5 years) and older (aged 5-16 years) children and between the young children and adults. A wide PMC (>2 mm) was found in only children younger than 2 years. Children up to 2 years of age and those aged 2 to 5 years demonstrated similar findings. The CA types differed among the pediatric and adult CI candidates, with the main difference appearing after the age of 16 years. There was no correlation between CA and PMC types. Conclusions: It is likely that the age-related changes in CA and PMC are attributable to the developmental or age-related changes in skull base growth.
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- Lela Migirov
- Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Sheba Medical Center, affiliated with the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Sheba Medical Center, affiliated with the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Lin YS. Management of otitis media-related diseases in children with a cochlear implant. Acta Otolaryngol 2009; 129:254-60. [PMID: 19132635 DOI: 10.1080/00016480801901741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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CONCLUSION In all, 4 of 19 children with a cochlear implant (CI) with otitis media developed cholesteatoma. The insertion of a CI may interfere with normal mastoid pneumatization, stimulate mucosa as foreign body, or act as a nidus of infection. Regular follow-up is necessary for children with a CI at the prevalent ages of otitis media. Antibiotic treatment is suggested whenever acute otitis media is suspected, to prevent chronic progress of infection, cholesteatoma, or even meningitis. OBJECTIVE To evaluate treatment modality and outcomes of otitis media-related diseases in children with a CI. PATIENTS AND METHODS This was a retrospective case review in a tertiary referral center of Taipei Medical University, Chi Mei Medical Center. All patients had a history of otitis media or related disease in the implanted ear. Treatments included antibiotics, tympanotomy, and tympanomastoidectomy. RESULTS In all, 19 of 186 children with a CI were identified as having otitis media, and 4 of them as having cholesteatoma. Among the others, 10 were identified as having acute otitis media, 4 as having middle ear effusion, and 1 as having mastoiditis in the implanted ear. Surgery was performed in children with cholesteatoma and mastoiditis. The CIs of three children were eventually explanted to eradicate cholesteatoma.
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Salami A, Dellepiane M, Mora F, Crippa B, Mora R. Piezosurgery in the cochleostomy through multiple middle ear approaches. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2008; 72:653-7. [PMID: 18328573 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2008.01.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2007] [Revised: 01/22/2008] [Accepted: 01/22/2008] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Piezosurgery is a new instrument which is able to cut the bone without necrosis and non-mineralized tissues damage. The aim of this work has been to test Piezosurgery as a new and alternative method in cochleostomy. METHODS We have performed Piezosurgery on nine temporal bone specimens from voluntary bone donors. Piezosurgery was used in the mastoidectomy with posterior tympanotomy approach (three specimens), suprameatal approach (three specimens) and combined approach (three specimens). The piezoelectric device uses low frequency ultrasonic waves (24.7-29.5 kHz), the applied power can be modulated between 2.8 and 16 W, and is programmed in accordance to the density of the bone. The equipment consists of two handpieces, two inserts and two peristaltic pumps: the microvibrations that are created in the piezoelectric handpiece cause the inserts to vibrate linearly between 60 and 210 microm. RESULTS In all the specimens, Piezosurgery provided excellent control without side effects on the adjacent structures of the middle and inner ear. CONCLUSIONS Piezosurgery is a new and revolutionary osteotomy technique utilizing the microvibrations of scalpels at ultrasonic frequency, so that soft tissue will not be damaged even upon accidental contact with the cutting tip. The vibration frequency of Piezosurgery is optimal for mineralized tissue and does not cut the adjacent soft tissue, minimizing the risk of harming the adjacent tissues: this renders the piezoelectric device ideal for cochlear implantation in children with ossified, partial ossified cochlea and/or malformation of ear.
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Clinical outcomes of cochlear reimplantation due to device failure. Clin Exp Otorhinolaryngol 2008; 1:10-4. [PMID: 19434255 PMCID: PMC2671756 DOI: 10.3342/ceo.2008.1.1.10] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2007] [Accepted: 12/29/2007] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical features of cochlear reimplantation due to device failure. Methods The medical records of 30 patients who had undergone a revision cochlear implantation were retrospectively reviewed. Causes of revision operations, number of electrode channels inserted, and postoperative speech performances were analyzed. Results Device failure (N=12, 38.7%) and hematoma (N=3, 9.6%) were the two most common reasons for revision surgery. In patients with device failure, the number of electrode channels reinserted was equal to, or more than the number of channels inserted during initial implantation. Speech performance scores remained the same, or improved after reimplantation in patients with device failure. Conclusion Device failure was the most common cause of revision operation in patients with cochlear implanttion. Contrary to expectation, new electrodes were fully inserted without difficulty in all reimplantation cases. Intracochlear damage due to reimplantation appeared to be clinically insignificant.
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Migirov L, Taitelbaum-Swead R, Hildesheimer M, Kronenberg J. Revision surgeries in cochlear implant patients: a review of 45 cases. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2006; 264:3-7. [PMID: 17009020 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-006-0144-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2006] [Accepted: 08/22/2006] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The aim of this study was to analyze the causes for revision procedures, surgical findings and audiological outcome in reoperated cochlear implant patients. The medical records of 45 patients were reviewed retrospectively for age at the time of implantation, the implant was used for initial and revision surgeries, the duration of implant use before revision, surgical findings, and postoperative audiological results. Generally, children were reoperated more often than adults (12.5 vs. 6.9%) and, with one exception of improper electrode insertion, there were no major post-revision complications. Device failure (DF) was the main cause for revision surgery (23/45) followed by wound/flap problems, magnet/receiver-stimulator displacement, foreign body/allergic reaction, subperiosteal abscess, misplaced electrode, intractable vertigo, cholesteatoma and extrusion of the positioner. No significant difference was found in the rate of DF between children and adults for each implant separately (P = 0.289 for Nucleus 22, P = 0.355 for Nucleus 24, P = 0.683 for Clarion and P = 1.0 for Med-El). The failure rates of different implants did not differed significantly among adults. DF in the Clarion group was significantly higher compared to the Nucleus and Med-El combined for pediatric patients (P = 0.0218) and all CI recipients (adults + children; P = 0.0055). The post-revision audiological benefit was unchanged or improved compared to the initial implantation values in all reimplanted patients and was not influenced by minor surgical procedures (wound revision, drainage of any collection, magnet replacement, or relocation of receiver-stimulator). Since DF was found to be the most common cause for reoperation, improving device technology could prevent the vast majority of revision procedures.
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- Lela Migirov
- Department of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Sheba Medical Center, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Hashomer, 5262l, Israel.
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