Aural Atresia Treatment in India
About Aural Atresia
Key Highlights
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Restores functional hearing by creating a patent ear canal.Improves ear hygiene and reduces risk of infections by allowing proper drainage.Can be combined with microtia (outer ear) reconstruction for a comprehensive approach.Utilizes advanced surgical techniques and imaging for precision.Offers a potential long-term solution for congenital conductive hearing loss.
Who is this surgery for?
- Congenital aural atresia (unilateral or bilateral) causing conductive hearing loss.
- Significant stenosis (narrowing) of the external auditory canal.
- Failure of conservative management for associated hearing loss (e.g., bone-conduction hearing aids).
- Recurrent ear infections or cholesteatoma formation behind the atretic plate.
- Patient desire for improved hearing and ear canal function, typically in children over 5-6 years of age when ear anatomy is more developed.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive audiological evaluation to assess the type and degree of hearing loss.
- High-resolution CT scan of the temporal bones to evaluate the anatomy of the middle ear, ossicles, and facial nerve course.
- Pre-operative counseling with the surgeon and audiologist to discuss goals, risks, and realistic expectations.
- Complete physical examination and possibly medical clearance, especially for pediatric patients.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the surgeon.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours prior to the surgery if general anesthesia is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- Facial nerve injury, which can cause temporary or permanent weakness of the facial muscles.
- Sensorineural hearing loss (damage to the inner ear).
- Stenosis (re-narrowing) or closure of the newly created ear canal.
- Infection or persistent drainage from the new canal.
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ear).
- Dizziness or taste disturbance.
- Injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
- Need for revision surgery.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay of 1-2 days for monitoring and initial pain management.
- The ear will be packed with dissolvable or removable packing material, which stays in place for several weeks.
- Strict instructions to keep the ear dry; no swimming and careful bathing for several weeks.
- Prescription of antibiotic ear drops and possibly oral antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Mild to moderate pain and discomfort is managed with prescribed medications.
- Follow-up visits for removal of packing, cleaning of the canal, and hearing assessment.
- Avoidance of strenuous activity and contact sports for a period specified by the surgeon.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for initial healing; full stabilization of hearing may take several months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering aural atresia in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for aural atresia in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform aural atresia. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for aural atresia compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 150 Thousand – 400 Thousand | 1-2 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial healing; full stabilization of hearing may take several months | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 525 Thousand – 1.4 Million | 1-2 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial healing; full stabilization of hearing may take several months | Know More |
Top hospitals for Aural Atresia in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing aural atresia.
Delhi, India
73 Doctors
Vikram Chopra, a 42-year-old software architect,...
Vikram Chopra, a 42-year-old software architect, was born with aural atresia in his right ear. He has lived his entire life with significant hearing loss on that side, relying on lip-reading and positioning himself carefully in meetings and social settings. He managed well but found it increasingly exhausting in his demanding career, especially during conference calls and team collaborations. His ENT specialist, Dr. Sharma, recommended aural atresia repair surgery, explaining it could reconstruct his ear canal and potentially restore functional hearing. Vikram was apprehensive but hopeful. The surgery was complex, involving building a new ear canal and reconstructing the eardrum. The initial recovery was uncomfortable, with packing in the ear and strict instructions to keep it dry. After the packing was removed and healing progressed, audiometric testing showed a dramatic improvement. Vikram could hear stereo sound for the first time. Emotionally, he moved from a lifetime of quiet resignation and compensatory effort to profound relief and a new sense of connection. He described hearing his daughter's voice clearly from his right side as 'utterly magical.'
ENT Specialists for Aural Atresia
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform aural atresia and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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