新技术可使已植入中耳的患者受益：Samba 2 与 Vibrant Soundbridge 先前的音频处理器型号比较
New technology can benefit established middle ear implant users: Samba 2 vs previous models of audio processors for Vibrant Soundbridge.
机构信息
Otorhinolaryngosurgery Clinic, World Hearing Center, Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, Mochnackiego 10 Str., 02-042, Warsaw, Poland.
Implant and Auditory Perception Department, World Hearing Center, Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, Mochnackiego 10 Str., 02-042, Warsaw, Poland.
出版信息
Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2023 May;280(5):2387-2396. doi: 10.1007/s00405-022-07741-9. Epub 2022 Nov 28.
INTRODUCTION
The Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) is a semi-implantable hearing aid for patients with various types of hearing loss and has been available for over 25 years. Recently, new audio processors with advanced signal processing, noise reduction, and multi-microphone technology have appeared. The aim of this study is to compare the benefits of using the newest Samba 2 processor to the previous generation processors in a group of experienced VSB users.
METHODS
There were 22 experienced VSB users (mean time of using VSB was 9 years, SD = 2) who had their processor (D404 or Amadé) upgraded to the newest model (Samba 2). The mean age of the subjects was 56 years (SD = 20). Assessments were made by free-field audiometry, speech reception in quiet and noise, and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs).
RESULTS
Hearing tests in free field showed statistically significant improvements in hearing sensitivity and speech discrimination in quiet and noise with the Samba 2 audio processor compared to the earlier technology. PROMs confirmed the benefits of using the newest audio processor and there was more satisfaction in terms of usability.
CONCLUSIONS
Access to modern technology for VSB patients provides measurable benefits.
简介
Vibrant Soundbridge（VSB）是一种适用于各种听力损失类型患者的半植入式助听器，已经问世超过 25 年。最近，具有先进信号处理、降噪和多麦克风技术的新型音频处理器已经出现。本研究旨在比较一组经验丰富的 VSB 用户使用最新 Samba 2 处理器与前代处理器的优势。
方法
共有 22 名经验丰富的 VSB 用户（使用 VSB 的平均时间为 9 年，SD=2）将其处理器（D404 或 Amadé）升级到最新型号（Samba 2）。受试者的平均年龄为 56 岁（SD=20）。通过自由场测听、安静和噪声环境下的言语接受能力以及患者报告的结果测量（PROMs）进行评估。
结果
与早期技术相比，使用 Samba 2 音频处理器可显著提高自由场听力测试中的听力灵敏度和安静及噪声环境中的言语辨别能力。PROMs 证实了使用最新音频处理器的益处，并且在可用性方面有了更高的满意度。
结论
为 VSB 患者提供现代技术可带来可衡量的益处。
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