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Aleksandra Ivanovic^1,2,3, Jeffrey Tao Cheng⁴, Margaux Schmeltz⁵

¹Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, 3010, Freiburgstrasse, Bern, Switzerland. aleksandra.ivanovic@unibe.ch.

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Summary

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Dynamic synchrotron X-ray microtomography effectively assesses human middle ear biomechanics, showing results comparable to laser-Doppler vibrometry. Further standardization is needed for precise comparisons between these methods.

Keywords:

Dynamic synchrotron-based X-ray microtomography Laser Doppler vibrometry Middle ear Phase-contrast

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Area of Science:

Biomechanics
Medical Imaging
Otolaryngology

Background:

Established methods for studying human middle ear biomechanics have limitations.
Understanding middle ear biomechanics is crucial for diagnosing and treating hearing disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate a novel dynamic imaging technique, synchrotron X-ray microtomography, for assessing human middle ear biomechanics.
To compare the efficacy of dynamic synchrotron X-ray microtomography with laser-Doppler vibrometry (LDV).

Main Methods:

Three fresh-frozen human temporal bones were examined using dynamic synchrotron-based X-ray microtomography at 256 and 512 Hz.
Acoustic stimulation was applied at 110 dB and 120 dB sound pressure level (SPL).
1D LDV measurements were performed on the same temporal bones for comparison.

Main Results:

Normalized displacement values (µm/Pa) obtained from dynamic microtomography were consistent with LDV measurements and literature values.
Differences between the two techniques were within 5-10 dB at the umbo and posterior crus of the stapes.
The overall biomechanical behavior of the middle ear was similar between both measurement techniques.

Conclusions:

Dynamic synchrotron-based X-ray microtomography is suitable for studying middle ear biomechanics.
Standardization of acoustic stimulation and measurement points is necessary for improved comparison between dynamic microtomography and LDV.
This technique offers a promising non-invasive approach for middle ear research.