Publication
Title
Statistical analysis of otosclerosis surgery performed by J. Marquet
Author
Abstract
The early and long-term hearing results of 1,681 primary otosclerosis operations performed by the same surgeon, Jean Marquet, were reviewed retrospectively and analyzed with very strict statistical standards. Significantly better short- and long-term results were achieved with the stapedotomy technique compared to total stapedectomy, mainly at the higher frequencies (4 and 8 kHz) important for speech discrimination. Whatever technique was used to open the footplate (micropick microdrill, or laser), no statistical audiometric difference could be found. The results were equal whether or not the stapedial tendon was preserved. Perioperative problems like pronounced oozing, difficult anatomic relationships, and accidental perilymph aspiration could affect hearing at higher frequencies. The calibrated hole technique was equally as good as conventional oval window sealing in sealing of the fenestra to prevent fistula. The stapedotomy technique was found the safest, having fewer complications.
Language
English
Source (journal)
The annals of otology, rhinology and laryngology. - St. Louis, Mo., 1897, currens
Publication
St. Louis, Mo. : 1994
ISSN
0003-4894 [print]
1943-572X [online]
DOI
10.1177/000348949410301204
Volume/pages
103 :12 (1994) , p. 945-951
ISI
A1994PW19200004
Full text (Publisher's DOI)
UAntwerpen
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Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
External links
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