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Alexander Sutor1, Joachim Hornung, Julian Gossler

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This study introduces a new method to measure stapes prosthesis function using mechanical transfer functions in human temporal bones. This technique allows for precise evaluation of different prosthesis designs after stapedotomy surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Otolaryngology
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Stapes prostheses are crucial for restoring hearing after stapedotomy.
  • Characterizing their mechanical performance is essential for optimizing surgical outcomes.
  • Current methods may have limitations in precision and scope.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present and evaluate a novel method for characterizing stapes prostheses.
  • To measure the mechanical transfer function of different prostheses in human temporal bones.
  • To assess the influence of prosthesis-incus joint on mechanical performance.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized three human temporal bones preserved in formaldehyde.
  • Performed stapedotomy and inserted one of three distinct stapes prostheses.
  • Measured prosthesis piston movement relative to incus movement using laser vibrometry.
  • Analyzed the magnitude transfer function from 500 Hz to 4 kHz.

Main Results:

  • The mechanical transfer function of stapes prostheses was successfully measured.
  • Amplitudes ranged from approximately 10 nm to 100 nm.
  • The method demonstrated sensitivity to the prosthesis-incus joint.

Conclusions:

  • The developed method provides a reliable way to characterize stapes prosthesis mechanical function.
  • Cadaveric temporal bone models enable automated, long-term, and precise measurements.
  • This technique facilitates the evaluation of various prostheses on different incus anatomies.