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Dr. Ravi Sachidananda

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
30 years experience overall
 
850 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Sreenivasa Murthy T. M

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
24 years experience overall
  
950 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Shalina Ray

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
25 years experience overall

Dr. Girish Anand M S

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
27 years experience overall
  
1100 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. P Harihara Murthy

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
33 years experience overall

Dr. Satish Nair

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
31 years experience overall
  
950 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Rohit K

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
14 years experience overall
  
700 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Debasish Datta Majumder

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
30 years experience overall
  
800 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. T. V. Jayanthi Sastry

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
28 years experience overall
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Dr. Manaswini Ramachandra

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
16 years experience overall

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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Stapedectomy?

Stapedectomy is the surgical removal of the fixed or damaged stapes bone in the middle ear and replacing it with suitable micro-implants to restore the normal hearing function. Fixation or damage of the stapes bone within the middle ear often occurs due to conditions like otosclerosis, congenital malformations or middle ear infections, etc.


What are the advantages of Stapedectomy?

A few of the advantages of Stapedectomy include an overall improvement in hearing function and the patient may not have to wear any hearing assist devices after the surgery.


What are the indications of Stapedectomy?

Few of the indications of Stapedectomy are:

  1. Conductive hearing loss
  2. Fixated stapes bone
  3. Abnormal mineralization of stapes (Otosclerosis)
  4. Middle ear infections


What are the steps involved in Stapedectomy?

  1. General anesthesia/sedative will be given to reduce the pain and relax the patient.
  2. Essential vitals of the patient like blood pressure, pulse, heart rhythm, oxygen saturation, etc. will be monitored during the procedure.
  3. The ear canal will be irrigated and cleansed with saline and povidone-iodine solution to prepare for the surgery.
  4. The surgeon will visualize the ear canal and necessary incisions will be made without damaging the tympanic membrane to create a flap and gain access to the bones in the middle ear.
  5. A section of the stapes will be removed with the help of blades or lasers and prosthesis made of titanium or Teflon will be inserted to replace the bone.
  6. As the implant is fixated, the position is confirmed and the tympano-meatal flap will be closed and dressed with necessary bandages.


Who are the best surgeons/doctors to perform Stapedectomy?

A certified and trained ENT Surgeon or an ENT Specialist who is well experienced in performing Stapedectomy can perform this procedure.


What is the cost of Stapedectomy?

Minimum cost for Stapedectomy in Bangalore starts from Rs.20,000

Average expenses for Stapedectomy in Bangalore is approximately Rs. 59,000

Maximum amount to be paid for Stapedectomy in Bangalore rises up to Rs. 1,50,000

Cost of Stapedectomy depends on factors such as:

  1. Admission fee
  2. Doctor fee
  3. Age of the patient
  4. Type of implants used
  5. The medical condition of the patient
  6. Post-surgical complications that are involved
  7. Type of Hospital
  8. The admission room that you opted for


Is Stapedectomy a major surgery or minor surgery?

Stapedectomy is a major surgery as it involves in removal of the abnormal stapes bone within the ear and replacing hearing function with the help of prosthesis made of Teflon or Titanium.


What are the risks and complications associated with Stapedectomy?

Few of the risks and complications associated with Stapedectomy are:

  1. Bleeding and pain from the site of surgery
  2. Tinnitus 
  3. Hearing loss
  4. Infections
  5. Change in taste 
  6. Dizziness
  7. Damage to facial nerves (rare)


How long does it take to complete Stapedectomy?

The overall procedure of stapedectomy may take around 1-3 hours to complete.


What is the recovery time for Stapedectomy?

Individuals who have undergone Stapedectomy will take around 3-5 weeks to recover.


What is the success rate of Stapedectomy?

The success rate of Stapedectomy depends on factors such as:

  1. Medical condition of the patient
  2. Experience of the surgeon
  3. Age of  the patient

However, the success rate of individuals who have undergone Stapedectomy can be 85-90%.


Is Stapedectomy  Permanent?

Stapedectomy is a permanent procedure performed to improve and restore the hearing function of individuals affected with fixated stapes bones due to various conditions.


What are the long-term results of Stapedectomy?

Long term results for individuals who have undergone stapedectomy are:

  1. Improvement of hearing function
  2. Delay the need of using hearing aids.


Can Stapedectomy be detected in future?

Stapedectomy can be detected in the future with x-rays or CT-scans of the middle ear or the skull.


What are the options if Stapedectomy fails?

In case of a failed Stapedectomy, the doctor may suggest a revision surgery or use of hearing aids like In-ear implants, cochlear implants, etc.

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