New Osia® OSI200 active transcutaneous bone-anchored hearing device: how I do it

Introduction The new Osia (R) OSI200 implant incorporates a receiver coil and Piezo Power (TM) Transducer into one monolithic unit. Appropriate planning and surgical approach is needed for suitable positioning of the device. Method To optimise the surgical field and provide tension-free wound closure our team have adopted a versatile 'Sheffield-S' post-auricular incision which remains hidden within the hairline. Conclusion This incision provides adequate exposure for device placement and bone polishing/recessing. The soft tissue approach has resulted in improved operative efficacy particularly in those patients with irregular cortical bone or where pre-existing osseointegrated implants need to be removed or avoided.