The clinical outcome and microbiological profile of bone-anchored hearing systems (BAHS) with different abutment topographies: a prospective pilot study

ConclusionsThere was no difference in the clinical outcome with the use of polished versus machined abutment at 3 and 12  months after implantation. The present pilot trial largely confirmed a suitable study design, sampling and analytical methodology to determine the effects of modified BAHS abutment properties.Level of evidence2. Controlled prospective comparative study.
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research