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A physical study of vibrating membranes in developing a middle ear prosthesis

L. Ledoux, A. Defebvre, J. Pouliquen and F. M. Vaneeclooz

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Abstract

We present a prosthesis meant to replace the tympano-ossicular set as well as the measuring apparatus for developing and characterizing this prosthesis. Such biocompatible materials as silicone elastomer and Teflon are used. Effects due to aging and sterilization have been negligible. Comparisons with anatomic specimens have yielded good results. Furthermore, the first clinical trials with this prosthesis have been promising.

Key words  Middle ear prosthesis - Circular membrane - Nodal lines - Biocompatibility - Anatomic specimen

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