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BONEBRIDGE Bone conduction implant

Conditions of the outer or middle ear with conductive or mixed hearing loss

Indications

  • Conductive or mixed hearing loss
  • Atresia
  • Unilateral, bilateral
  • Stable bone conduction hearing thresholds: ≤45 dB at 500 Hz – see diagram
  • Anatomy that allows appropriate placement of the implant
  • No retrocochlear or central auditory disorders
  • Realistic expectations
  • Minimum age: 5 years

Key features of the BONEBRIDGE bone conduction implant system

Transcutaneous transmission leaves skin intact
No acoustic feedback
No permanent wound, low risk for skin infections
Natural sound and spatial hearing
Stable audiological results independent of outer or middle ear condition
Free ear canal leads to better ventilation and mimized infection risk
1.5 Tesla MRI* without surgery**

SAMBA 2 Audio Processor

Comfortable and discreet to wear without additional fixation
8-10 days of battery life
Easy to use
Streaming options
Splash-proof or waterproof with cover

**The BONEBRIDGE bone conduction implant is MR conditional. Recipients with BCI 602 may be safely scanned at 1.5 Tesla (T) following the conditions detailed in the instructions for use.

**Unless required for diagnostic reasons.

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