Vibrant Soundbridge system: application of the stapes coupling technique.

INTRODUCTION

The use of the stapes coupling technique, employed in the Vibrant Soundbridge system, is technically less demanding than the vibroplasty technique, and is more likely to generate a positive outcome without significantly changing residual hearing or resulting in medical or surgical complication.

METHOD

We report a patient with repeated left ossiculoplasty failure, who was successfully implanted with a Vibrant Soundbridge.

CONCLUSION

We believe that the stapes coupling technique can provide natural stimulation to the inner ear, resulting in a better perceived sound quality.