What is Otologic Surgery?
Otologic surgery is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment and surgical intervention of ear diseases. Since the ear is a critical organ for hearing and balance functions, the treatment of ear-related diseases requires expertise and attention. Otologic surgeons perform surgical interventions in the treatment of many problems such as ear infections, hearing loss, tears in the eardrum, middle ear diseases and balance disorders. The aim of otologic surgery is to restore patients’ hearing, maintain ear health and improve their quality of life.

How is Otologic Surgery Performed?
Otologic surgery requires different surgical techniques that vary depending on the type and severity of ear diseases. In most cases, these surgical procedures are performed using microscopic methods, resulting in a shorter recovery time for patients. The basic steps of otologic surgery are as follows:

1. Diagnosis and Evaluation: The first step is to make an accurate diagnosis based on the patient’s complaints, ear examination and hearing tests. In particular, audiometry testing is performed for patients with hearing loss.
2. Surgical Intervention: Surgeries are performed with microsurgical techniques to remove hearing loss, tears in the eardrum, middle ear infections or masses in the ear. Appropriate surgical methods are selected to repair the eardrum, implant hearing aids or clean middle ear infections.
3. Rehabilitation and Follow-up: After otological surgery, patients’ hearing functions are best supported by rehabilitation programs and follow-up. The healing process is accelerated by using treatment methods such as hearing aids or ear implants.

Conditions and Symptoms Requiring Otologic Surgery: Otologic surgery can be applied for the following conditions:

• Hearing Loss: Hearing loss caused by tears in the eardrum, middle ear diseases or inner ear problems.
• Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Middle ear infections are usually characterized by pain, a feeling of pressure and hearing loss.
• Perforations or tears in the eardrum: Damage to the eardrum caused by trauma or infection.
• Sea Water Related Balance Problems: Inner ear infections or balance disorders can cause symptoms such as vertigo.
• Ear Masses or Tumors: Abnormal growths or masses in the ear may require surgical intervention.

Otologic Surgery Treatment Methods: Otologic surgery uses a variety of surgical techniques and approaches to treat ear diseases:

1. Microscopic Ear Surgery: These are surgical interventions performed by examining the internal structures of the ear under a microscope. Middle ear diseases and damage to the eardrum can be treated with this method.
2. Tympanoplasty: Holes or tears in the eardrum are repaired with plastic materials. Hearing loss can thus be prevented.
3. Mastoidectomy The mastoid bone (the bone behind the ear) can be removed for middle ear infections or tumors.
4. Cochlear Implant: Cochlear implant placement can be performed for patients with hearing loss due to inner ear damage.
5. Fenestration and Stapedectomy: It is performed to treat inner ear diseases, especially problems occurring in the stapes (ear hammer) joint.

Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group offers a reliable healthcare solution with the latest technologies and experienced specialist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of ear diseases. Successful results are achieved with modern microscopic surgical techniques, minimally invasive approaches and rehabilitation methods that accelerate the healing process of patients in otologic surgeries. As Metropol Health Group, we create the most accurate treatment plans for your ear health and provide all necessary treatment and follow-up processes to maximize your hearing functions.