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What is a pathological condition due to loss of mobility of stapes?
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When any of the three auditory ossicles are damaged in any way, this can cause a loss of hearing called conduction deafness, since the transmission/amplification of the sound vibrations has been hindered.
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What is the purpose of a stapedectomy?
It is done to treat progressive hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, a condition in which spongy bone hardens around the base of the stapes.
What organ is involved in otosclerosis?
The middle ear is the organ involved in otosclerosis. Otosclerosis is a condition that affects the small bones in the middle ear, specifically the stapes bone. It causes the bone to become less flexible, leading to hearing loss.
Is Ankylosis the loss or absence of mobility in a joint?
Ankylosis or anchylosis is a stiffness of a joint due to abnormal adhesion and rigidity of the bones of the joint, this can be the result of injury or disease.
Which condition involves tissue deat that is usually associated with a loss of circulation?
gangrene
What condition is characterized by cortical atrophy and loss of neurons in the parietal and temporal lobes?
Alzheimer's disease.
What is the condition of fixed stapes or stirrup?
A fixed or fused stapes is one which, for whatever the reason, cannot vibrate adequately. This can cause hearing loss in the form of conductive deafness.
What is the purpose of a stapedectomy?
It is done to treat progressive hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, a condition in which spongy bone hardens around the base of the stapes.
What is the loss or absence of mobility in a joint?
Ankylosis is the loss or absense of mobility in a joint.
What conditions are treated by stapedectomy?
A stapedectomy is used to treat progressive hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, a condition in which spongy bone hardens around the base of the stapes.
What is the major pathological feature of inflammation?
loss of function
What is a Non-pathological loss of bone that occurs with aging?
it is called osteopenia.
What is unfavorable ankylosis?
stiffening of a joint ,which can cause pain and loss of mobility.
Who are candidates for a stapedectomy?
Good candidates for the surgery are those who have a fixed stapes from otosclerosis and a conductive hearing loss of at least 20 dB.
Who are good candidates for stapedectomies?
Good candidates for the surgery are those who have a fixed stapes from otosclerosis, and a conductive hearing loss at least 20 dB.
What are signs of spinal damage?
Loss of sensation and/or mobility in the body below the point of injury.
What organ is involved in otosclerosis?
The middle ear is the organ involved in otosclerosis. Otosclerosis is a condition that affects the small bones in the middle ear, specifically the stapes bone. It causes the bone to become less flexible, leading to hearing loss.
What is the medical term meaning loss or absence of mobility in a joint due to disease an injury or a surgical procedure?
Ankylosis
