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RESONANCE product range customisation for US market
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Following the announcement of Ear Technology Corporation as RESONANCE distributor for the American market, both companies worked side by side to define market introduction strategies and analyse in detail market characteristics and needs. Ear Technology put their years of experience and extensive knowledge of end-user needs at RESONANCE’s disposal. Working together, distributor and manufacturer performed software improvements and developed packages of accessories dedicated to US ENT professionals and clinics. RESONANCE’s entire range of products, from stand-alone clinical devices to the complete portable screening platform have been improved, everything from user’s manuals to accessories, has been adapted, conceived and then created to meet not just FDA requirements but also to better fulfill distributors’ suggestions and final users’ needs. RESONANCE, once again, emphasised its trademarks: strong determination, continuous innovation and the ability to reinvent itself, its services and products offered. Experience the features of RESONANCE devices at Audiology Now! 2017 Booth #401.
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Starkey Hearing Technologies announces new operating system
1. New products or product developments in: • ENT instruments and equipment • Audiology instruments and equipment • Cochlear and other implanted aids 2. News from companies in the above fields
Heather McLaughlin heather@pinpointscotland.com Rosaleen Shine rosaleen@pinpointscotland.com Deadlines: May/June – 30 March July/Aug – 1 June
Starkey® Hearing Technologies is excited to announce a suite of revolutionary new hearing technologies and applications including a brand-new operating system, Acuity™ OS 2. Acuity OS 2 is five times faster than its predecessor and includes two new features. Interactive Intelligence provides better sound quality and personalisation for patients, and Initial Fit Protocol in the Inspire® software allows professionals
power one and ENT and Audiology News: 16 years of collaboration The power one team congratulates ENT and Audiology News on 25 years of informative and comprehensive reporting and always up to date medical educational work on behalf of the subject of good hearing. Since 2001 power one has supported ENT and Audiology News and benefitted from the informative articles and reporting. VARTA Microbattery GmbH, manufacturer of power one premium hearing aid batteries, can look back on a battery history of more than 125 years. Particularly in the last 16 years numerous power one product innovations have determined the quality of hearing aid batteries. In addition to the mercury-free zinc-air hearing aid batteries power one MERCURY FREE and the special batteries for implants, power one has already introduced the second generation of power one accus. This new lithium battery concept provides very high energy density and maximum safety – made in Germany. The power one team is looking forward to sharing a common goal and collaborating in the future. For further information contact: VARTA Microbattery GmbH www.powerone-batteries.com
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For further information contact: RESONANCE or Ear Technology Corporation T: +1 800 327 8547 www.eartech.com www.resonance-audiology.com www.facebook.com/resonance.audiology
to make faster, more accurate and personalised fittings. This release also includes the new Halo™ 2 RIC 312, Starkey’s smallest Made for iPhone® hearing aid yet; the next generation of the TruLink™ Hearing Control app; a rechargeable Muse™ micro RIC 312t hearing aid option designed with ZPower®; and the new SurfLink™ Mini Mobile.
For further information contact: Starkey Hearing Technologies T: 0800 328 8602 E: sales@starkey.com www.starkey.com
Celebrating 25 years of addition ultra® The DETAX premium impression silicone ‘addition ultra®’ is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! Addition ultra® combines excellent product features such as maximum detail reproduction, high elastic recovery, exceptional tear strength and lasting dimensional stability, with an ideal final hardness. Because of its thixotropic formulation, addition ultra® does not drip or stick, the impressions can easily be removed. The biocompatible material ensures perfect scannable ear impressions every time. In the last issue of ENT and Audiology News we mistakenly indicated that DETAX, the German manufacturer of high performance medical devices, was celebrating its 25th anniversary. DETAX was founded in 1954 and so is celebrating its 63rd anniversary this year! We apologise for any confusion caused on this subject and we wish our friends at DETAX a very happy 63rd anniversary! For further information contact: DETAX www.detax.de
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National Award conferred by the President of India on ALPS Hearing Research ALPS has been a pioneer in the field of manufacturing state of the art technology for the hearing impaired for over two decades. The company has dedicated the last decade to developing and offering world class solutions in the form of high-speed and durable digital hearing aids. The development of what the company calls “the world’s first mega power hearing aid” called the ‘AMAZER’ not only took the hearing aid industry by storm but the efforts of Mr Anup Narang (Director, Marketing) and Mr Alok Narang (Director, Production) were duly rewarded. They were deeply honoured by the Honorable President of India Shri Pranab Mukharjee with the prestigious national award for the ‘Best Technological Innovation in the Field of Hearing Disability and Applied Research’. The AMAZER mega power is a high-speed solution for the hearing impaired with profound hearing loss. It’s also ALPS’ first step into creating a smart hearing aid as the AMAZER is packed with rich features such as artificial intelligence, in-situ audiometry, memory effect and adaptive noise reduction. ALPS continues to stay true to its motto of creating hearing aids which are hi-tech yet affordable. For further information contact: Alps T: +91-11 41755191 E: export@alps.in www.alps.in
New hire to the PC Werth Healthcare Team
PC Werth is pleased to welcome Lindsey Auffret – a new Business Development Manager to its Healthcare Division. With extensive experience and education in the hearing industry, Lindsey brings a unique, comprehensive approach to hearing healthcare. A graduate from Grant MacEwan University and Western University in Canada, Lindsey worked as Product and Services Manager for Unitron Canada as well as Hearing Instrument Specialist and Clinic Manager in private practices in Canada. Recently Lindsey served as National Sales Manager (UK and EIRE) for HyperSound; her strengths include development strategies, creative sales campaigns and consulting services. Tony Rainer, the Sales Manager for Healthcare, comments: “I am pleased to have Lindsey on board to further strengthen our team with her enthusiasm and customer excellence and provide our customers with the level of service, support and solutions we are known for.” For further information contact: PC Werth www.pcwerth.co.uk
Cochlear™ Nucleus® Kanso® Sound Processor – first off-the-ear sound processor with proven clinical outcomes The new Nucleus® Kanso® Sound Processor (CP950) is one of the smallest and lightest off-the-ear sound processors and uses the same industry-leading hearing technology as the Cochlear Nucleus 6 Sound Processor (CP900 Series) with proven clinical outcomes.
Outcomes with adult patients In a recent clinical trial, Kanso adult recipients showed an improvement of 22% with SCAN over standard directionality during noise testing and a 68% improvement with SCAN compared with a single microphone setting [1]. The same study showed that the mean results for speech recognition in quiet and noise are similar for the Kanso Sound Processor and Nucleus 6 Sound Processor (CP900 Series). Patients choosing the Kanso Sound Processor can be confident they will not miss out on achieving the same levels of hearing performance as with Nucleus 6 Sound Processor (CP900 Series).
Outcomes with paediatric patients A pilot study at the ENT department of the Ghent University Hospital in Belgium was conducted to assess suitability of the Kanso Sound Processor for the paediatric recipients. The objective speech recognition measures in quiet and noise suggest equivalent speech recognition and listening performance with the off-the-ear Nucleus Kanso Sound Processor, as compared with the behindthe-ear Nucleus 6 Sound Processor. This concurs with the adult user study findings. The subjective evaluation of device retention, comfort and listening performance with the Kanso Sound Processor were reported after four weeks of device use. Patients and carers were asked to compare the Kanso Sound Processor to
the Nucleus 6 Sound Processor using a five-point scale [2]. Cochlear says: “The Kanso Sound Processor is a proven alternative to the Nucleus 6 Sound Processor for patients looking for a comfortable, simple and discreet way to wear their sound processor.” References: 1.
Mauger SJ, Jones M, Nel E, Del Dot J. Clinical outcomes with the Kanso™ off-the-ear cochlear implant sound processor. Int J Audiol 2017 Jan 9:1-10.
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Philipsa B, Plasmansa A, Dhoogeb I. Comfort and listening benefits if the Kanso off-the-ear Sound Processor in children. (Data on file)
For further information contact: Cochlear AG, EMEA Headquarters T: +41 61 205 82 04 www.cochlear.com
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Have hearing aids entered the era of connectivity? Most know that hearing aids have come to sound better over the years, but many do not realise that they now offer another benefit: connectivity. The world has entered an era of connectivity, and the hearing industry is at the forefront of it. Consider these recent innovations in the hearing industry: •
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Made-for-iPhone hearing aids that allow wearers to stream music and phone calls directly to their hearing aids An intuitive hearing app that lets wearers design their own hearing by adjusting sound and customising programs.
The made-for-iPhone advantage
When Apple introduced the first generation iPhone in 2007, most did not anticipate just how much smartphones would revolutionise how we interact with the world around us. However, a smartphone is only smart if its owner is able to see and hear it. For that, Apple designed accessibility options for people with hearing loss, visual impairments, and motor
issues. For hearing aid wearers these include: •
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The latest hearing technology, Widex BEYOND offers:
Easy pairing of your hearing aid with your smart phone Volume control, direct streaming, and audio presets.
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• Apps take connectivity with iPhones one-step further, with the ability to control hearing aids and design personalised location-specific sound settings. Take a look at the most recent made-foriPhone hearing aid app for Widex BEYOND which uses the iPhone’s intuitive swipe function.
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Wider sound pictures that allow wearers to hear both soft and loud sounds in comfort Wind Noise Reduction to allow the wearer to hear speech in even the most windy environments Automatic detection of listening environments, to make sure that wearers hear the right sound at the right time in the right place.
Staying connected
Connectivity features and accessories do not take away from the hearing aid’s core function: to help people hear well. In contrast, new technology has helped hearing aids to become even better at distinguishing speech in noisy environments.
Rayovac to showcase cutting-edge technology around the world
‘World-leading’ [1] hearing aid battery manufacturer Rayovac has a packed calendar coming up, showcasing products and innovations at hearing conferences around the globe. Over the next two months Rayovac will welcome hundreds of visitors to its stands at French Congress 39ème Congrès des Audioprothésistes (24-26 March, Paris, France), Audiology Now! (5-8 April, Indianapolis, USA) and ME-OTO (11-13 April, Dubai), before heading on to AEDA (18-20 May, Madrid, Spain). Visitors to the Rayovac stand will discover the battery manufacturer’s latest technology, designed to give hearing aid users their best battery experience from start to finish, guaranteed [2]. Rayovac, a division of Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd., will also be giving delegates an insight into its unique business builder programme, the Rayovac ProLine Excellence Club.
For further information contact: Widex E: beyond@widex.co.uk. www.widex.co.uk
Cochlear™ Carina® System. Invisible. Simple. Powerful
The Cochlear™ Carina® System is a unique middle-ear implant indicated for patients with sensorineural or mixed hearing loss and has a fitting range of up to 85dB SNHL. It is the only middle-ear implant that features Cochlear’s totally implantable microphone (TIM) and, along with internal signal processing; it allows patients to hear without an external device, providing 100% invisible hearing. Because the system is all under the skin, patients can’t lose it, drop it or get it wet. They can swim, wear a helmet and take a shower. They can continue to live an active lifestyle, without having to worry about their hearing device. The Carina System is also one of the world’s most powerful middle-ear implants. The MicroDrive™ Actuator delivers a precise and reliable transfer of power, helping to ensure good and predictable outcomes. Studies show that patients perform at least as well as with the Carina System compared with their hearing aids in both quiet and noisy environments [1,2]. Cochlear says: “With proven performance and patient satisfaction the Cochlear Carina System allows patients to hear the way they want to hear, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.”
References: References 1.
Based on internal company estimates / based on worldwide market share.
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Money back guarantee if the user is not satisfied in the performance of their zinc air hearing aid batteries. Restrictions apply. See website for T&Cs.
For further information contact: Rayovac www.rayovac.eu www.facebook.com/HearingwithRayovac / www.twitter.com/HearwithRayovac
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Uhler K, Anderson MC, Jenkins HA. Long-Term Outcome Data in Patients following One Year’s Use of a Fully Implantable Active Middle Ear Implant. Audiol Neurotol 2016;21(2):105-12.
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Jenkins HA, Atkins JS, Horlbeck D, et al. Otologics fully implantable hearing system: Phase I trial 1-year results. Otol Neurotol 2008;29(4):534-41.
For further information contact: Cochlear AG, EMEA Headquarters T: +41 61 205 82 04 www.cochlear.com
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Teneo™ and Sprint™ are now ATEX certified
Courtesy Sivantos.
Explosive atmospheres can be caused by flammable gases, mists or vapours or combustible dusts. Enough of the substance, mixed with air, is all that is needed to cause an explosion. Many work places contain, or have activities that produce potentially explosive atmospheres. ATEX is the name commonly given to the Eurpoean directive for using electronic devices such as hearing aids in potentially explosive atmospheres – Directive 2014/34/EU. Teneo and Sprint hearing aids are ATEX certified, so can be used in certain potentially explosive environments or activities. For patients requiring ATEX certified hearing aids, the ATEX certification documents and required hearing aids can be ordered directly from Sivantos. The patient receives an ATEX certificate and an ATEX card that can be shown to employers as evidence of ATEX certification. For more information about Teneo and Sprint and for ATEX order details, please contact a Sivantos NHS Audiologist or the Sivantos Customer Services
Phonak Audéo B-R wins prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2017
Audéo B-R was the first ever hearing aid to feature a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery providing 24 hours of hearing [1]. The fast 30-minute charging option gives six hours of immediate use. Audéo B-R was selected from over 5,500 entries to receive the coveted seal of design excellence in the category of product by an high-profile jury made up of independent experts from all over the world. “It’s a great honour to receive the iF DESIGN AWARD recognition,” said Thomas Lang, Senior Vice President Phonak Marketing. “The award underlines our efforts to pair the highest standards in hearing performance, ease of use and innovation with outstanding design to help people with hearing loss live better lives.” Among these features the iF jury honoured the smart charging options the Audéo B-R comes with. The power pack provides power for seven full charges for two hearing aids, perfect for short trips where no power source is available. In addition, Phonak offers a compact mini charger giving users full flexibility. Research [2] revealed that rechargeable batteries and rechargeable hearing aids are top of the list of features that hearing aid users are seeking. In response to this insight and based on years of research, development and intensive testing, Phonak Audéo B-R opens a new era to those affected by hearing loss. References:
department. For futher information contact: Sivantos T: +44 (0)1293 423700 www.sivanatos.co.uk
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Expected results when fully charged, and up to 80 minutes wireless streaming time.
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Marketrak 2015, asked of non-owners only (n=2099) – multiple responses allowed.
For further information contact: Phonak www.phonakpro.com
The Cochlear™ Wireless Mini Microphone 2+ in classrooms Children with hearing implant solutions may still struggle to hear and understand speech in noisy situations and over distance. Providing them with good, clear and robust hearing in these challenging circumstances is essential to helping them achieve success in the classroom and beyond. The Cochlear™ Wireless Mini Microphone 2+ (Mini Mic 2+) can help bring children closer to sound by streaming high-quality audio directly to their sound processor. The Mini Mic 2+ is small, discreet and easy-to-use. It has directional microphones offering an improved signal-tonoise ratio, a connectivity range up to 25 metres and an average battery life that lasts a full day in use, making it very convenient for education. In addition, a single FM receiver can be plugged into the Mini Microphone 2+ to stream bilaterally or bimodally. New data presented at ACIA 2016 by Wolfe et al. ‘True Wireless and Bimodal / Bilateral Fittings’ shows that hearing performance with the Mini Microphone 2+ is similar to that achieved with a far more complex and costly FM system. Sentence recognition was evaluated while Nucleus 6 recipients used each of the two devices
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separately and also without any assistive device. Results show great benefits of using an assistive device in noisy situations and positions the Mini Microphone 2+ as an effective alternative and technologically-comparable solution to FM systems.
For further information contact: Cochlear AG, EMEA Headquarters T: +41 61 205 82 04 www.cochlear.com
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Cochlear raises awareness about hearing health: #HappiestSound for World Hearing Day 2017 2 February to 2 March 2017 Happiest Sound global awareness campaign
Hearing health advocacy
Cochlear launched #HappiestSound, a global campaign which ran from 2 February to 2 March 2017, aiming to build awareness about the importance of hearing health care and the prevention of hearing loss. The main communications push took place in the weeks leading up to World Hearing Day, on 3 March. Cochlear implant recipients, candidates, professionals, patient associations, Graeme Clark, other high profile people and the general public were encouraged to get active on social media and share their #HappiestSound. On 2 March (the eve of World Hearing Day), the HappiestSound in the world was announced. In addition, Cochlear UK organised a special recipient event on 25 February in London to mark both International Cochlear Implant Day as well as World Hearing Day. For more about Happiest Sound campaign (in UK): www.happiestsound.com/uk
at the 70th World Health Assembly (WHA)
Cochlear is reaching out to national governments meeting in Geneva in May 2017, and urging them to support a resolution aimed at preventing hearing loss. The resolution provides a policy roadmap that can be used by individual countries and the global community to tackle the devastating impacts of hearing loss upon individuals and avoid costs to the economy and society. Coordinated global action is required to inform and convince national and global health leaders, policy makers and governments of the importance of hearing health. Cochlear is adding its voice to the voices of advocates, hearing health professionals and NGOs to raise the profile of hearing health and well-being around the world. For more about WHO and World Hearing Day: www.who.int/pbd/deafness/en/
For further information contact: Cochlear AG, EMEA Headquarters T: +41 61 205 82 04 www.cochlear.com
Tony Lombardo, MS joins Grason-Stadler GSI is excited to welcome Tony Lombardo, MS, to the audiology team. Tony received his Masters from the University of WisconsinOshkosh with an emphasis on paediatric audiology. He has over 20 years of experience in the hearing industry working in a variety of settings. He has experience performing diagnostic testing with all age ranges, industrial audiology, retail, hearing aid financing and
insurance, and industry trade shows. At GSI Tony will focus on training, support and education. For further information contact: Grason-Stadler www.grason-stadler.com
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New RPT-100 Predictive Thermometer from Riester offers fast and reliable readings The new clinical grade RPT-100 predictive thermometer from Riester provides extremely fast and reliable temperature readings. By utilising a unique software algorithm, it can predict what a patient’s temperature will be in three to five seconds. The RPT-100 offers significant advantages over infrared ear thermometry. Not only is it much easier to use, but false readings due to incorrect operation are much less likely. It also proves much quicker temperature readings – especially in the ‘oral quick mode’. The RPT-100 is designed for use with Riester’s ri-former modular, wall-mounted diagnostic station, which can be configured to suit the requirements and location. In addition to predictive thermometry, other options include blood pressure monitors, ophthalmoscopes, otoscopes, dermatoscopes and ear specula dispensers.
Key features of ri-former include a modular design, so the user can decide on configuration; a central power supply, so no need for batteries; an anti-theft option for instrument heads; and a three-year warranty if used with high performance LED instrument heads. As with all Riester instruments, the RPT-100 predictive thermometer is manufactured according to the Directive 93/42 EEC and subject to the strictest quality controls at all times. For further information contact: Reister T: +49 (0)74 7792 70-0 F: +49 (0)74 7792 70-70 E: info@riester.de www.riester.de
Good listening: Atmos donates audiology set for the ‘Hörmobil’
DSB President Dr Harald Seidler (R) thanks Atmos Managing Director Maik Greiser for the audiometer donated by Atmos. With them, (L to R) Jörg Pahlke, Business Unit Manager System Integration and Thomas Kreller, Sales Manager Diagnostics. Copyright Atmos MedizinTechnik.
Medical technology manufacturer Atmos MedizinTechnik has donated an audiometer to the Deutscher Schwerhörigenbund (DSB, the German
association for those with impaired hearing), for use in their ‘Hörmobil’, a mobile centre which raises awareness of causes and prevention of deafness, available treatments and rehabilitation, provides hearing checks and gives advice. With the Hörmobil, the DSB aims to make significant improvements in the capability of people with hearing impairments to participate in social life, and particularly in the world of work. “With the PC audiometer and the tablet for operating it, the DSB will have state-of-the-art diagnostic technology to hand. This will simplify examinations, and extend the diagnostic possibilities,” explains Jörg Pahlke, Business Unit Manager System Integration at Atmos. Current figures show just how important the commitment of the specialists from Atmos and DSB is. There are approximately 13.4 million people with impaired hearing in Germany, and of these, six million – and growing – are so severely affected that they require technical support such as a hearing aid. But currently only about 2.5 million people have hearing aids. Commenting on the donation, DSB President Dr Harald Seidler, who himself has a cochlear implant, said: “We very much appreciate the commitment of Atmos. When performing 60-80 hearing tests a day, every contribution that improves the quality of our work and optimises the work processes in our Hörmobil is extremely welcome!” The Hörmobil began touring in 2006 and since then has taken part in about 500 interventions in towns all over Germany, reaching more than 580,000 hearing-impaired, families and interested people. And the tremendous achievement of the Hörmobil crew: they have carried out approximately 18,000 hearing tests to date. For further information contact: Atmos MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co. KG T: +49 (0)7653 689 642 E: jpahlke@atmosmed.de
Free Doctor to Doctor booklets from KARL STORZ KARL STORZ Endoscopy continues to make significant contributions to education across all surgical specialties worldwide. With their ongoing commitment to surgical education and the support of courses, workshops and new pioneering surgical techniques, KARL STORZ has developed an extensive library of literature in the form of their highly regarded silver Doctor to Doctor booklets. These are written by doctors and surgeons for doctors and surgeons on topics of interest or to describe new surgical techniques. Further material includes the popular EndoWorld® and Endo Gram® which provide comprehensive product overviews.
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All manuals and booklets are available for free on the Media Library which can be easily accessed via the KARL STORZ website: www.karlstorz.com Marketing material can either be looked at online or alternatively the desired booklets can be ordered free of charge. For further information contact: KARL STORZ Endoscopy UK Ltd T: +49 (0)7461 708 0 F: +49 (0)7461 708 105 E: press@karlstorz.com www.karlstorz.com
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New Titan test screen for measurement of electrically evoked stapedial reflex thresholds Interacoustics has announced the release of new test screen for its popular Titan middle ear analyser. The test screen enables the user to obtain electrically evoked stapedial reflex threshold (eSRT). eSRTs are objective measurements used for setting the upper level of the cochlear implant. This is particularly useful when fitting children and adults unable to provide reliable behavioural measures. With the new test screen, the user can: • • •
Mark the threshold and get a great overview of the reflexes Use the continuous running time window for close monitoring of the presence of a reflex Combine the eSRT with other impedance tests in one test protocol.
The new test screen is included in the Titan 3.4 software update. For further information contact: Interacoustics Worldwide: E: info@interacoustics.com www.interacoustics.com United Kingdom: Interacoustics UK T: +44 (0)1698 208205 E: sales@interacoustics.co.uk www.interacoustics.co.uk
Providing medical solutions around the world For 25 years, OPTOMIC has been designing, manufacturing and distributing its medical range around the world. The company expands: “We are present in all continents, with distributors in over 85 countries, providing medical solutions that satisfy even the most demanding quality requirements. ENT is the core of our business, but we also manufacture devices for gynaecology, urology and odontology.” Investing in technology and innovation is a priority for OPTOMIC to offer the finest equipment for clinical needs. The full product range is available to view on the OPTOMIC website. OPTOMIC products are available through carefully selected distributors, with the aim of guaranteeing the best customer service. For further information contact: OPTOMIC T: +34 91 803 57 14 E: distributor-info@optomic.com www.optomic.com
CURIS® 4MHz technology and RaVoR™ (Radiofrequency Volume Reduction)
CURIS® 4MHz Radiofrequency Generator.
The CURIS® radiofrequency system is an ‘all-in-one’ ENT energy source. Four MHz
radiofrequency technology is less traumatic for the tissue than 300-500 KHz (=highfrequency or standard electrosurgery). Four MHz radiofrequency is a cost-efficient alternative that offers the advantages of precise and pressure-free cuts with minimal bleeding. RaVoR™ probes are especially designed for the treatment of turbinate hyperplasia, snoring and mild sleep apnoea, and come with insulated tips to spare the mucosa. The company says “The RaVoR™ probes and the applied technique have proven to be superior to other methods. The fine cilia of the turbinates will not be injured by heat as energy will only
Soluvos Medical Soluvos Medical specialises in innovative products for office-based treatments to improve quality of life. The company distributes the following products: A.R.C. KTP and Blue Laser – RezaBand® UES Assist device – Renú® Voice Injectable implant – Phacon 3D modelling & simulation – Restech® pH reflux assessment system. Soluvos Medical’s owners Jeroen Doomernik and Rose Henrichs can be found at the 8th Injection Laryngoplasty workshop in Hamburg on Saturday 29 April 2017. This hands-on workshop from Prof Markus Hess and special guest Hans Mahieu offers presentations on phonosurgery and participants have the possibility to learn hands-on different injection techniques on human cadaver larynges. More info: fleischer@stimmklinik.de Other events to find out more about Soluvos Medical include: • Phonosurgery Course Midlands, UK 23-24 March 2017 • BLA Study day ‘Current Practice in Laryngology’ Edinburgh, UK 24 March 2017 • Office Based Laryngology workshop in Amsterdam (Dutch spoken) 7 April 2017 • Dutch ENT days, Nieuwegein, Netherlands 20-21 April 2017 • 8th Injection Laryngoplasty Hands-on workshop Hamburg, Germany 29 April 2017 For further information contact: Soluvos Medical T: +31 403 041 717 or (UK) T: +44 (0)845 528 0071 E: info@soluvos.com www.soluvos.com
be applied to the underlying tissue and will not be channelled through the mucosa. Incisions produced by the 4MHz CURIS® are less invasive and less disruptive so that the postoperative healing process will already set in at an early stage.” For more information on the study, please visit the company website. Local Sutter sales representatives can also provide corresponding material. For further information contact: Sutter www.sutter-med.com
Open ultrasonic rhinoplasty technique: a smooth and less traumatic procedure Ultrasonic piezoelectric devices open many opportunities in bone reshaping and recently in rhinoplasty. Piezoelectric systems paired with ultrasound activated miniaturised instruments increase safety and precision. It is now possible to perform osteotomies on any type of bone (thin, brittle or mobile) under direct vision without adjacent fractures while preserving soft tissue. Ultrasonic rhinoplasty produces better patient outcomes: less ecchymosis and oedema with more natural results. Post-surgical recovery is as a result shorter. According to Dr Gerbault, Plastic Surgeon based in Vincennes, France: “Piezoelectric surgery is a real disruptive technology in rhinoplasty, it allows a paradigm shift in the way of reshaping bones in rhinoplasty. Stable bones can be positioned with an unparalleled accuracy under direct vision and reshaped to achieve a perfect symmetry and smoothness of the bony vault. For the first time in the history of rhinoplasty, a custom reshaping of the nasal bones is easily achievable.” For further information contact: COMEG T: +33 (0)442 98 01 01 / +49 (0)7461 9344 0 E: info@comegmedical.com www.comegmedical.com
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