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In vivo experiences with magnetic resonance imaging scans in Vibrant Soundbridge type 503 implantees
I Todt1, P Mittmann1, A Ernst1
1Department of Otolaryngology,Unfallkrankenhaus Berlin,Germany.
Objective:
To observe the effects of magnetic resonance imaging scans in Vibrant Soundbridge 503 implantees at 1.5T in vivo.
Methods:
In a prospective case study of five Vibrant Soundbridge 503 implantees, 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging scans were performed with and without a headband. The degree of pain was evaluated using a visual analogue scale. Scan-related pure tone audiogram and audio processor fitting changes were assessed.
Results:
In all patients, magnetic resonance imaging scans were performed without any degree of pain or change in pure tone audiogram or audio processor fitting, even without a headband.
Conclusion:
In this series, 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging scans were performed with the Vibrant Soundbridge 503 without complications. Limitations persist in terms of magnetic artefacts.
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