Otology & Hearing / Ear Surgery
Assessment and surgical care for ear and hearing conditions, from chronic ear disease to hearing loss.
About this service
People of all ages experience gradual hearing loss, often due to the natural aging process or long exposure to loud noise. Other causes of hearing loss include viruses or bacteria, heart conditions or stroke, head injuries, tumours, and certain medications.
The treatment for hearing loss will depend on your diagnosis. Your specialist will take a thorough history, examine your ears and hearing, and review any hearing tests or scans you have had before discussing the options appropriate to your situation.
Surgical procedures for the ear performed by an Ear Nose and Throat Specialist can include repair of the eardrum (tympanoplasty), surgery for otosclerosis (stapedectomy) and implantable hearing solutions such as cochlear implants for suitable candidates.
Procedures & areas of care
- Cochlear Implants
- Tympanoplasty (eardrum repair)
- Stapedectomy
The information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please discuss your individual situation with your GP or specialist.
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