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Stapedectomy in Chennai — Microsurgical Hearing Restoration for Otosclerosis

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Stapedectomy is a micro-precise operation that replaces a fixed hearing bone with a tiny prosthesis — the right option for the right audiogram can transform conductive hearing loss. This page explains how we confirm candidacy and plan surgery at THANC.

About Stapedectomy at THANC

Stapedectomy is a microsurgical procedure that restores hearing in otosclerosis — a condition where the stapes bone in the middle ear becomes fixed and cannot transmit sound. At THANC, our otology team performs stapedectomy and stapedotomy using an operating microscope to remove the fixed stapes and replace it with a tiny prosthesis. For the right audiogram pattern, the hearing improvement is often significant and lasting.

Who Needs Stapedectomy?

You may be a candidate if you experience any of the following:

  • Otosclerosis with progressive conductive hearing loss
  • Intact eardrum with a confirmed air-bone gap on audiogram
  • Family history of otosclerosis with hearing loss of similar pattern
  • Failed or poorly tolerated hearing aid trial in otosclerosis
  • Selected mixed hearing loss patterns amenable to surgery
  • Patient preference for hearing restoration surgery over long-term amplification

What to Expect

A clear step-by-step view of your treatment journey at THANC.

  1. 1

    Candidacy Confirmation

    A careful audiogram, tympanometry and microscopic examination confirm the pattern of otosclerosis. We review the air-bone gap, word discrimination and any inner-ear component before recommending surgery.

  2. 2

    The Surgery

    Performed under general anaesthesia through the ear canal, with no external cut in most cases. Using the operating microscope, the surgeon carefully removes the fixed stapes and places a precisely sized prosthesis to restore sound transmission.

  3. 3

    Hospital Stay

    Most patients go home the same day or after one night. Mild giddiness for a day or two is common and settles with medication. Hearing improvement is often noticed within the first few weeks as the ear heals.

  4. 4

    Follow-up & Hearing Check

    A repeat audiogram at around 6 weeks confirms hearing gain. Flying, heavy lifting and pressure-changing activities are avoided for the first 3 to 4 weeks to let the prosthesis settle.

Why Chennai Chooses THANC for Ear Surgery

THANC's ear and hearing team combines microsurgery, endoscopic ear techniques, and full audiology support under one roof. From tympanoplasty to cochlear implantation, every case is planned around protecting hearing and long-term stability — with affordable, world-class care and a written estimate prepared after consultation.

  • Senior ear surgeons with microsurgery and endoscopic expertise
  • Operating microscope and high-definition ear endoscopy
  • In-house audiology and hearing rehabilitation team
  • Minimally invasive approaches where clinically suitable
  • Structured follow-up for dry ear and hearing stability
  • Patient-friendly billing with transparent estimate before admission

Frequently Asked Questions

What is otosclerosis and why does it need surgery?
Otosclerosis is a progressive condition where abnormal bone growth fixes the stapes, the smallest bone in the body, so it can no longer transmit sound. Stapedectomy replaces the fixed stapes with a tiny prosthesis to restore normal sound transmission.
How much hearing will I get back after stapedectomy?
When the audiogram shows a clear air-bone gap and word discrimination is good, most patients regain a significant amount of hearing — often closing the conductive gap. Results depend on the exact pattern of hearing loss and are discussed in detail before surgery.
Is stapedectomy a safe procedure?
In experienced hands, stapedectomy is a well-established microsurgical procedure with a strong safety profile. Risks such as taste change, persistent giddiness or rare inner ear involvement are carefully discussed as part of informed consent.
When can I return to work and flying?
Most patients return to desk work within 1 to 2 weeks. Flying, swimming, heavy lifting and activities with sudden pressure changes are usually avoided for 3 to 4 weeks to protect the healing ear.
Will THANC provide a personalised estimate for stapedectomy?
Yes. After a detailed otology consultation and audiogram review, our team shares a written, case-specific estimate covering surgery, prosthesis and anaesthesia. THANC's rates are consistently lower than prevailing market rates in Chennai.

Related Reading

Patient guides and educational articles on related topics.

Otosclerosis — a common cause of adult hearing loss

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Stapedectomy at THANC

  • Senior ear surgeons with microsurgery and endoscopic expertise
  • Operating microscope and high-definition ear endoscopy
  • In-house audiology and hearing rehabilitation team
  • Minimally invasive approaches where clinically suitable
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