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To remove something is called an "-ectomy" (out + cut + procedure = excision).
Ossiculectomy: removal of all the ossicles/little bones
Malleoectomy: removal of the malleus/hammer
Incudectomy: removal of the incus/anvil
Stapedectomy: removal of the stapes/stirrup
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What does type II tympanoplasty entail?
Type II tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure to repair a perforated eardrum and reconstruct the middle ear structures. It involves making an incision behind the ear to access the middle ear, removing any diseased tissue, and then grafting a piece of tissue (often taken from the temporalis muscle) onto the perforation to close it. The aim is to restore hearing and prevent recurrent ear infections.
What are facts about the human ear?
the middle ear is the smallest bone in the body
Which bone is the shortest in the appendicular skeleton?
stepes (ear bone)
What is the repair of the pinna in the ear?
Otoplasty is surgical repair of the outer ear.Otoplasty
How long is the sitrrup bone that is in your ear?
The stapes bone in middle ear is roughly one tenth of an inch. Is is very delicate and can be broken very easily if not handled carefully.
What is stapedectomy?
Stapedectomy is a surgical procedure in which the innermost bone (stapes) of the three bones.of the middle ear is removed, and replaced with a small plastic tube of stainless-steel wire (a prosthesis) to improve the movement of sound to the inner ear.
What has the author Bruce Proctor written?
Bruce Proctor has written: 'Surgical anatomy of the ear and temporal bone' -- subject(s): Anatomy, Anatomy & histology, Ear, Surgical and topographical Anatomy, Temporal bone
What is otplaxky?
Otoplasty is a kind of surgical procedure. This operation restores or enhances the appearance of an ear or two.
Surgical procedure in which a new opening is made in the labyrinth of the inner ear to restore hearing?
tympanoplasty
What is involved in the medical procedure known as ear pinning?
ear pinning is also known as Otoplasty. It is an operation frequently performed by plastic surgeons. This surgical procedure is most often performed to correct the size and placement of ears .
What is tympanectomy?
Tympanectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tympanic membrane (eardrum). It is usually performed to treat chronic ear infections or to access the middle ear for other procedures. After the procedure, hearing may be permanently affected and further treatments may be required.
What is an endolymphatic shunt?
a surgical procedure in which a very small silicone tube is placed in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear to drain excess fluid
What is the surgical procedure used to correct hearing problems?
Hearing problems are treated surgically by otolaryngologists (physicians who specialize in ear, nose, and throat procedures).
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of ear tubes?
The medical term for surgical removal of ear tubes is "tympanostomy tube removal" or "myringotomy tube removal." During this procedure, the tiny tubes placed in the eardrums to help drain fluid are removed.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of the stapes?
Stapedectomy: Is the surgical removal of the top portion of the stapes bone and the insertion of a small prosthetic device known as a piston that conducts sound vibrations to the inner ear.
How does the mold function in an ear molding procedure?
The ear and the mold are held in place with surgical tape and covered with a tubular bandage or ear wrap for reinforcement. The mold and tape must be worn constantly for six weeks, with a change of dressing every two weeks.
How small is your ear bone compared to your nose bone?
extremely big because you dont have an ear bone
