At the World Hearing Center in Kajetany, three innovative surgeries were performed: the full implantation of the Mi2000 device in a patient with partial deafness, the implantation of a miniature SENTIO device in an adult, and the OSIA middle ear implant in a child. According to Prof. Henryk Skarżyński, the Mi2000 represents a revolution in otosurgery.
The Mi2000 is a fully implantable device placed entirely under the skin. Unlike traditional systems, which consist of two parts—a sound processor worn externally and an internal implant—the Mi2000 is completely invisible from the outside. This makes it less prone to damage and more comfortable to use.
Modern Solutions for Polish Patients
“Today is a day of great joy because we have offered our patients new technologies, giving them the chance to hear things they have never heard before or have lost,” said Prof. Henryk Skarżyński, director of the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing in Kajetany, on December 9.
He explained that the most technologically advanced device is the fully implantable Mi2000, currently offered as part of a clinical trial for a carefully selected group of patients. “We expect that after trials in various centers worldwide, we will be able to summarize the treatment results and offer this solution to all patients,” he added.
Prof. Skarżyński emphasized that this device allows patients to “optimally perceive sounds from their environment,” enabling them to understand speech in their native language better. Additionally, the implant minimizes noises produced by the body, such as swallowing or heartbeat sounds. Another advantage is the possibility of external, non-invasive recharging.
He also acknowledged that the complexity of the Mi2000 implantation procedure is significantly higher than other similar surgeries due to the many intricate details involved.
“I have been part of nearly all new solution implementations in Poland and many innovations introduced globally,” remarked Prof. Skarżyński.
Prof. Piotr Skarżyński, Henryk’s son, who participated in the surgery, highlighted that fully implantable devices like the Mi2000 will allow users to engage in activities such as water sports or work in dusty environments. When asked when the Mi2000 would become widely available, he estimated a timeframe of one to four years.
Ph: Prof. Dr. habil. n. med. Dr. h.c. Henryk Skarżyński during surgery/ World Hearing Center
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