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MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Kamalakar Dandekar is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist and ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon in Vikhroli, Mumbai and has an experience of 33 years in these fields.…
MBBS, MS - ENT, DNB - ENT
Otolaryngology
Qualifications: MBBS-Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University 1995. MS(ENT)- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University 2000. DNB(Diplomat of National…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Shweta Baviskar is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist in Thane West, Thane and has an experience of 16 years in this field. Dr. Shweta Baviskar practices at Ti…
MBBS, MS - ENT, MRCS (UK), Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO)
Otolaryngology
Dr. Shareef has over 19 years of experience in ear, nose & throat specialty including 12 years in the UK. He is trained across some of the reputed hospitals…
MBBS, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO), MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Anurag Tandon is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist in Mayur Vihar Ph-II, Delhi and has an experience of 33 years in this field. Dr. Anurag Tandon practices at…
MBBS, MS - ENT, DNB - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr.Honey ashok studied her mbbs and ms in ent at m.P. Shah medical college at jamnagar. She then completed her fellowship in head and neck oncosurgery at guj…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Reita Prakash is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist in Gurgaon Sector 43, Gurgaon and has an experience of 31 years in this field. Dr. Reita Prakash practices…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Mukul Gupta is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist and has an experience of 26 years in this field. He completed MBBS from Nagpur 1992 and MS - ENT from Nagpur…
MBBS, DNB - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr Deepti Sinha Is An Experienced Ent Surgeon (Ear Nose &Throat Surgeon), Practicing In The Prestigious Max Hospital At Pitampura And Shalimar Bagh In Delhi…
MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Sanjeev Sood is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist and has an experience of 34 years in this field. He completed MS - ENT from University of Delhi in 1987. Som…
MBBS, MS - ENT
Otolaryngology
Dr. Ashok Vaid is a ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist in Shalimar Bagh, Delhi and has an experience of 46 years in this field. Dr. Ashok Vaid practices at Max Super…
MBBS, DNB - Otorhinolaryngology
Otolaryngology
Dr. Vijay Rangachari is a Senior Consultant ENT Surgeon and Endoscopic Skull base surgeon at Manipal Hospitals, Whitefield, Bangalore and has an experience o…
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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.