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DNB - Otorhinolaryngology, MS - ENT, MBBS
Otolaryngology
Dr K.K Handa Is Presently working as the director and head of the department for ENT and head neck surgery at Medanta Medicity Dr K.K Handa Have 24 Years Ove…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Anuj Singhal is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist and Community ENT Specialist in Lajpat Nagar III, Delhi and has an experience of 30 years in these fields. D…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Bathi Reddy works as an ENT Specialist at Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road Bangalore. He is working with Cosmo ENT care as well. His specialization lie…
MBBS, MS - ENT, DNB - Otorhinolaryngology
Otolaryngology
Dr. Sunil Narayan Dutt, Senior Consultant and Cochlear Implant Surgeon in Bangalore, is a world renowned Otolaryngologist with over two decades of experience…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Girish Rai is a highly educated and vastly experienced ENT specialist who is an Otolaryngologist (ENT specialist, with vast experience in head and neck T…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Shanker graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1978, having 38 years of experience as ENT surgeon. He started 1st ENT nursing home in (BSR ENT Nursing…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. P.S Saharia is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist and has an experience of 59 years in this field. He completed MBBS from Delhi University in 1963 and MS - ENT…
MBBS, MS - ENT, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO)
Otolaryngology
Dr. Ajay Doiphode is an ENT Surgeon based in Mumbai practicing for the last 20 years. He specializes in all Ear, Nose, Oral and Throat Surgeries, the most im…
MBBS, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO), MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. V.T.Anand is a Senior ENT Consultant with over 25yrs experience in the specialty. Following his postgraduate training in ENT in Madras Medical College(DL…
MS - ENT, DNB - Otorhinolaryngology, MBBS
Neurology
DR. K.V.S.S.R.K Sastry is a well known ENT consultant in hyderabad. He has 23 years of medical experience and treated many clients in his career. He has been…
MBBS, MS - ENT, DNB - Otorhinolaryngology
Otolaryngology
Dr. Ajit Man Singh is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist in Saket, Delhi and has an experience of 34 years in this field. Dr. Ajit Man Singh practices at Max Super…
MBBS, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO), MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Vijay Giridher is an ENT/ Otolaryngologist in Pitampura, Delhi and has an experience of 32 years in this field. Dr. Vijay Giridher practices at Giridher…
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A stapedectomy is a type of ear surgery done to improve hearing. In this procedure, the doctor removes a tiny bone called the stapes from the middle ear and replaces it with a small artificial piece (prosthesis). The stapes is one of the three small bones that help carry sound from the outer ear to the inner ear. If this bone becomes fixed and cannot move well, sound cannot pass properly, which leads to hearing loss. Stapedectomy helps fix this problem so sound can reach the inner ear again. Stapedectomy is often done for people with a condition called otosclerosis, where the stapes bone becomes hard and stuck. The surgery is usually done by an ear specialist (ENT surgeon) and can take about 90 minutes. Most people go home on the same day or after a short stay in the hospital.
● Improves hearing by restoring sound flow to the inner ear
● Treats hearing loss caused by otosclerosis
● Reduces dependence on hearing aids
● Helps people hear conversations and daily sounds better
● Can improve quality of life and communication
● People with conductive hearing loss due to stapes fixation
● Patients with otosclerosis confirmed by tests
● Those who struggle to hear soft sounds or conversations
● People whose hearing aids do not help enough
● Patients in good general health to undergo surgery
(Stapedectomy does not have many “types”, but there are variations based on surgical technique and extent.)
This is when the surgeon removes the entire stapes bone and replaces it with a prosthetic device.
Also known as “stapedotomy”, where only part of the stapes bone is removed and a small hole is made to place the prosthesis. This is a common variation and is often used depending on surgeon preference.
Both methods aim to improve sound transmission through the middle ear.
1. Medical Evaluation: The doctor checks your hearing and overall health before surgery.
2. Anaesthesia: You receive local or general anaesthesia, so you won’t feel pain.
3. Middle Ear Access: The surgeon reaches the middle ear through the ear canal or with a small incision.
4. Remove the Stapes Bone: The fixed stapes bone is carefully removed.
5. Place Prosthesis: A tiny artificial device (prosthesis) replaces the stapes to help sound travel.
6. Close: The ear area is closed and packed gently to protect the ear during healing.
7. Recovery Monitoring: You are watched until the anaesthesia wears off. Most people go home the same day.
The surgery usually takes about 1–2 hours depending on individual cases.
After stapedectomy:
● Your ear may feel full or slightly uncomfortable.
● Mild dizziness or headache is common for a few days.
● Keep water out of the ear until the doctor says it is safe.
● Avoid heavy lifting, bending, or blowing your nose for several weeks.
● Most people return to normal activities in 1–2 weeks, and full healing may take 4–6 weeks.
Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and attend all follow-up appointments for best results.
Stapedectomy is usually safe, but like all surgery, it has risks:
● Hearing may not improve as expected
● Hearing could stay the same or rarely get worse
● Dizziness or balance problems
● Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
● Change in taste or loss of taste on one side
● Infection or pain at the surgery site
● Very rare serious complications like facial nerve problems or total hearing loss
Talk to your doctor about your personal risks before surgery.
● Stapedectomy: A surgical procedure that replaces the stapes bone; can restore natural hearing in many cases.
● Hearing Aids: A non-surgical option that amplifies sound; useful when surgery is not suitable or preferred.
● Stapedotomy: A variation of stapedectomy with smaller bone removal and prosthesis placement.
Stapedectomy often offers more permanent improvement than hearing aids but is more invasive.
Stapedectomy is used to treat hearing loss caused by the stapes bone becoming fixed, a condition often seen in otosclerosis.
During surgery you will not feel pain due to anaesthesia. After surgery, mild discomfort or pressure may occur but is usually managed with pain medicine.
The surgery usually takes about 1 to 2 hours, depending on the ear and complexity of the case.
Most patients need just one stapedectomy. Few may need further treatment if hearing does not improve.
Yes, when performed by an experienced ENT surgeon, stapedectomy is generally safe, but follow-up care and proper precautions help reduce risks.
If hearing does not improve, your doctor may suggest other options such as hearing aids or further surgery.
Some people notice better hearing within weeks, but full improvement may take 4–6 weeks while the ear heals.