Stapedectomy – Bangalore

Due to the outgrown bone in otosclerosis, the stapes gets stuck in one place and don’t vibrate anymore, leading to a hindrance in the transmission of sound. Therefore, Stapedectomy is performed to help sound vibrations travel to the inner ear by replacing a part of the stapes bone with a prosthetic device. 

Possible complications after a Stapedectomy can include

• Noise Sensitivity
• Possible Infection
• Hearing Impairment
• Dizziness
• Bleeding
• Tinnitus
• Facial paralysis

At the hospital

• Our specialists will keep you under observation for at least four hours to reduce any chances of dizziness, nausea, or vertigo.
• The surgery might cause slight pain in the ear which can be subdued through prescribed medication by our doctors.
• If you are given general anaesthesia for the surgery, we would recommend you to not drive back home.

At home

• After being discharged from the hospital, you will be advised to rest for a week post surgery wherein you must avoid strenuous exercises for at least 6 weeks.
• You will be recommended to not touch any packing material in your ear canal up until the doctor visits you post surgery.
• You can get back to your daily work but must ensure all daily activities are kept light, prevent water from entering the operated ear and sneeze with your mouth open at least for 2 weeks after the surgery.
• Avoid taking flights for 3 to 5 weeks post surgery.

If Otosclerosis is left untreated you would continue experiencing hearing loss. For some people, doctor-prescribed medication slows down the process of hearing loss, but to completely get rid of Otosclerosis getting a Stapedectomy is the most reliable solution.