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Why is stapedectomy done?
To restore hearing loss, which is usually due to otosclerosis, stapedectomy is performed
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 has the author Harold Frederich Schuknecht written?
Harold Frederich Schuknecht has written: 'Stapedectomy' -- subject(s): Stapedectomy 'Pathology of the ear' -- subject(s): Diseases, Ear
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.
Recovery time after tracheostomy?
Full recovery of a tracheostomy is about two weeks.
What are the risk factors of a stapedectomy?
The most serious risk is an increased hearing loss, which occurs in about 1% of patients. Because of this risk, a stapedectomy is usually performed on only one ear at a time.
What determines if there is full recovery from carpal tunnel syndrome?
If muscle atrophy occurred because the condition went untreated for a significant period of time, full recovery is unlikely. If no permanent damage resulted, then full recovery would be expected.
What happens in a stapedectomy?
It is removal of parts of the middle ear and insertion of prosthesis parts
How long is the recovery for c-section?
Full recovery may be seen in four to six weeks
What is the full form of RPO?
Recovery point objective
What percentage of people with AIDS have a full recovery?
20
What is the full form RPO?
Recovery point objective
