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It is removal of parts of the middle ear and insertion of prosthesis parts

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Why is stapedectomy done?

To restore hearing loss, which is usually due to otosclerosis, stapedectomy is performed


What conditions are treated by stapedectomy?

A stapedectomy is used to treat progressive hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, a condition in which spongy bone hardens around the base of the stapes.


What has the author Harold Frederich Schuknecht written?

Harold Frederich Schuknecht has written: 'Stapedectomy' -- subject(s): Stapedectomy 'Pathology of the ear' -- subject(s): Diseases, Ear


What is stapedectomy?

Stapedectomy is a surgical procedure in which the innermost bone (stapes) of the three bones.of the middle ear is removed, and replaced with a small plastic tube of stainless-steel wire (a prosthesis) to improve the movement of sound to the inner ear.


What are the risk factors of a stapedectomy?

The most serious risk is an increased hearing loss, which occurs in about 1% of patients. Because of this risk, a stapedectomy is usually performed on only one ear at a time.


Where is Stapedectomy done?

It is performed in a hospital or outpatient surgical facility under local or general anesthetic


What is full recovery from a Stapedectomy?

Full recovery takes about three weeks but hearing should improve immediately


What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of the stapes bone and inserts a piston that conducts sound and vibrations?

Stapedectomy


Is it possible for the prosthesis to separate from the incus ear bone after a stapedectomy?

Yes it is! I had a stapedectomy which was successful for 4 days. I did exactely what my doctor told me to do but on the 5th day after the operation, I experienced complete hearing loss again. The doctor said that it was possible for the prosthesis to have slipped from the bone and will require a second operation to refit it.


Has anyone else who has had a stapedectomy had reverb and ringing in their ears afterwards?

Yes-I have horrible ringing and pressure--it constantly feels as if I am in an airplane.


What is the purpose of a stapedectomy?

A stapedectomy is a surgical procedure performed to treat hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, a condition where the stapes bone in the middle ear becomes fixed. The procedure involves removing the fixed stapes bone and replacing it with a prosthetic device to improve hearing.


The surgical procedure of removing an ear bone?

The surgical procedure of removing an ear bone is known as a stapedectomy. This procedure is typically performed to treat hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, a condition where the stapes bone in the middle ear becomes fixed and unable to transmit sound vibrations. During a stapedectomy, the surgeon removes the fixed stapes bone and replaces it with a prosthetic device to restore hearing.