A Surgical Technique for Implantation of the Vibrant Soundbridge Middle Ear Implant in Dogs

作者：Ter Haar Gert^*; Mulder Jef J; Venker van Haagen Anjop J; van Sluijs Freek J; Smoorenburg Guido F

来源：Veterinary Surgery, 2011, 40(3): 340-346.

DOI：10.1111/j.1532-950X.2011.00806.x

Objective
To report a surgical implantation of the Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) middle ear implant in dogs.
Study Design
Pilot study.
Animals
Dogs (n=3).
Methods
A lateral approach to the tympanic bulla was used to insert the floating mass transducer of the VSB into the tympanic bulla. Using microscopic guidance the transducer was moved to and inserted into the round window niche by manipulation through the acoustic bony meatus, after reflection of the tympanic membrane. VSB position was confirmed by computed tomography (CT) imaging.
Results
No intraoperative complications occurred and CT images confirmed correct placement of the VSB.
Conclusions
A VSB can be safely implanted in the middle of dogs.

• 出版日期2011-4