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The insertion trajectory in cochlear implantation - comparison between two approaches.

Yisgav Shapira1, Andre A Sultan, Jona Kronenberg

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel. yisgav.shapira@sheba.health.gov.il

Acta Oto-Laryngologica
|May 31, 2011
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Summary

The suprameatal approach (SMA) for cochlear implantation is safe and comparable to the mastoidectomy-posterior tympanotomy approach (MPTA). SMA may reduce electrode insertion trauma by ensuring insertion into the scala tympani.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Surgical Anatomy

Background:

  • Cochlear implantation aims to restore hearing by stimulating the auditory nerve.
  • Traditional cochlear implant insertion methods carry risks of electrode trauma.
  • The suprameatal approach (SMA) offers a potentially less invasive alternative.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the electrode insertion trajectory of the suprameatal approach (SMA) via cochleostomy with the mastoidectomy-posterior tympanotomy approach (MPTA) via round window insertion.
  • To evaluate the potential for reducing electrode insertion trauma with the SMA.

Main Methods:

  • Nine human temporal bones were utilized for bilateral cochlear implantations.
  • Both the SMA and MPTA techniques were employed for electrode insertion.

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  • The initial point of contact of a precurved electrode was meticulously documented for each technique.

    • Main Results:

    • In all specimens using the SMA, the electrode initially contacted the inferior wall of the scala tympani, with insertion directed into the scala tympani.
    • In contrast, using the MPTA, the electrode contacted the modiolus, osseous spiral lamina, or basilar membrane in five of the nine specimens.

    Conclusions:

    • The suprameatal approach (SMA) is a safe technique for cochlear implantation.
    • The SMA demonstrates a favorable trajectory, ensuring insertion into the scala tympani and potentially minimizing electrode insertion trauma compared to the MPTA.