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[Vibrant Soundbridge®: An Alternative Hearing System for Preschool Children with Aural Atresia]

M Leinung1, Y Zaretsky2, B Ernst3

  • 1Klinik für Hals-, Nasen-, Ohrenheilkunde, Klinikum der J.W. Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt am Main.

Laryngo- Rhino- Otologie
|September 15, 2016
PubMed

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The Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) significantly improved hearing in children with aural atresia, showing high parent satisfaction and increased daily use compared to conventional systems.

Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Aural atresia presents significant audiological challenges in children.
  • Conventional hearing aids are often poorly tolerated, hindering early intervention.
  • The Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) offers a potential alternative for treating hearing loss in young children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the audiological functional gain in children under 6 with aural atresia using the VSB.
  • To assess parental satisfaction with the VSB system in this pediatric population.

Main Methods:

  • 16 children (mean age 2;11) with uni- or bilateral aural atresia received VSB implants.
  • Pure-tone audiometry was conducted pre- and post-fitting.
  • Standardized questionnaires assessed parental satisfaction regarding acceptance, handling, and quality of life.

Main Results:

  • VSB use resulted in a significant average hearing improvement of 20 dB.
  • All parents reported high or very high satisfaction with the VSB.
  • Daily VSB usage (10.0 hrs) significantly exceeded previous hearing system use (2.7 hrs).

Conclusions:

  • The VSB is a viable audiological treatment option for young children with aural atresia.
  • It offers significant hearing benefits and high parental satisfaction.
  • The VSB facilitates longer daily use, promoting better auditory rehabilitation.
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