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01-09-2015 | Case Report

Switching from a percutaneous to a transcutaneous bone anchored hearing system: the utility of the fascia temporalis superficialis pedicled flap in case of skin intolerance

Authors: A. Devèze, S. Rossetto, R. Meller, M. Sanjuan Puchol

Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology | Issue 9/2015

Abstract

Objectives

To present the option to use a Fascia Temporalis Superficialis pedicled flap for the implantation of a transcutaneous magnetic osseointegrated auditory implant in selected revision procedures.

Background

Osseointegrated auditory implants represent a reliable option for patients. Skin intolerance and aesthetic issue are two clear limitations of percutaneous system. Magnetic transcutaneous devices have been developed to overcome such drawbacks. The current new experience of such a device shows that they are well tolerated in primary cases. However, switching from a previous percutaneous system raises the question of skin tolerance. Hence, previous implanted abutments with skin penetration and skin reduction are more likely cause to skin intolerance and complication.

Methods

We described here the option to use a Fascia Temporalis Superficialis flap to cover the implanted magnet.

Conclusion

When switching from percutaneous osseointegrated auditory implant to transcutaneous system in case of high risk of skin intolerance, this procedure may provide sufficient tissue coverage to prevent skin intolerance, pain and delayed extrusion.

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Title: Switching from a percutaneous to a transcutaneous bone anchored hearing system: the utility of the fascia temporalis superficialis pedicled flap in case of skin intolerance
Authors: A. Devèze
S. Rossetto
R. Meller
M. Sanjuan Puchol
Publication date: 01-09-2015
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology / Issue 9/2015
Print ISSN: 0937-4477
Electronic ISSN: 1434-4726
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00405-015-3521-0

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Switching from a percutaneous to a transcutaneous bone anchored hearing system: the utility of the fascia temporalis superficialis pedicled flap in case of skin intolerance

Abstract

Objectives

Background

Methods

Conclusion

2024 ASCO Annual Meeting

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Objectives

Background

Methods

Conclusion

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