(Tympanoplasty, Mastoidectomy, Ossicular Reconstruction, Stapes Surgery)

Ear surgery is performed to treat chronic ear infections, eardrum perforations, and certain causes of hearing loss.

Common Conditions Treated

• Chronic ear discharge
• Perforated eardrum
• Hearing loss due to damaged middle ear bones
• Cholesteatoma
• Otosclerosis

Types of Procedures

• Tympanoplasty – repair of a perforated eardrum
• Mastoidectomy – removal of infection from the mastoid bone
• Ossicular Reconstruction – rebuilding damaged hearing bones
• Stapes Surgery – improving hearing in otosclerosis

Pre-operative Considerations

Hearing tests and detailed ear examination help determine the extent of disease and plan the appropriate surgery.

Benefits

• Elimination of chronic ear discharge
• Improved hearing
• Prevention of complications of long-standing ear disease

Recovery

Most patients return home the same or next day. Patients are advised to avoid heavy lifting and air travel for about one month to allow proper healing.