title: The reconstruction of the sound conductive mechanism: a new concept.
abstract: Heterologous tympanoplasty using the collagen-serosa that is prepared in a special way has been performed for over 20 years with good success. The membrane is well tolerated as a platform for the overgrowing lining and a drum head of three layers is formed. The newly devised tympanic prosthesis seems to be very useful so far. Experiences and results will be discussed in future.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Jansen
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001705:Bioprosthesis; D002417:Cattle; D003094:Collagen / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D012704:Serous Membrane; D014433:Tympanoplasty / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D003094:Collagen