Exostosis of External Auditory Canal Treatment in Turkey
About Exostosis of External Auditory Canal
Key Highlights
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Effectively removes obstructive bony growths to restore ear canal patency.Alleviates chronic symptoms like recurrent infections, hearing loss, and ear fullness.Prevents long-term complications such as cholesteatoma or severe conductive hearing loss.Minimally invasive techniques often allow for precise removal with minimal surrounding tissue damage.Typically performed as a day procedure, allowing for a quicker return home.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent external ear infections (otitis externa) due to trapped moisture and debris.
- Progressive conductive hearing loss caused by canal obstruction.
- Frequent cerumen (earwax) impaction that is difficult to manage.
- Pain or a feeling of fullness or pressure in the affected ear.
- Preparation for the use of a hearing aid that requires a clear ear canal.
- Prevention of complications like cholesteatoma (skin cyst) formation behind the obstruction.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive audiological evaluation (hearing test) to assess the degree of hearing loss.
- Pre-operative imaging, such as a CT scan of the temporal bone, to map the size and location of the exostoses.
- Discussion of medical history and any current medications with the ENT surgeon; some may need to be paused.
- Arranging for a companion to drive you home after the procedure, as you will receive anesthesia.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before surgery if general anesthesia is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or hematoma formation in the ear canal.
- Infection of the surgical site (otitis externa).
- Temporary or, rarely, permanent worsening of hearing or tinnitus (ringing in the ear).
- Injury to the tympanic membrane (eardrum) or the facial nerve, which runs near the ear canal.
- Taste disturbance due to proximity of the chorda tympani nerve.
- Recurrence of the bony growths, especially if cold water exposure continues.
- Stenosis (re-narrowing) of the ear canal during healing.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Expect some ear discomfort, swelling, and minor drainage for a few days; pain medication will be prescribed.
- Keep the ear completely dry; use a waterproof earplug or cotton ball with petroleum jelly during showers.
- Avoid swimming, flying, and heavy lifting for at least 2-3 weeks as advised by your surgeon.
- Attend all follow-up appointments for the removal of packing material and cleaning of the ear canal.
- Use prescribed antibiotic ear drops diligently to prevent infection.
- Gradually resume normal activities as comfort allows, but protect the ear from cold wind and water long-term.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (Typically day care)
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Expected recovery time:
2-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering exostosis of external auditory canal in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for exostosis of external auditory canal compare across other countries where we have data.
Olivia Brown, a 42-year-old high school...
Olivia Brown, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and avid open-water swimmer, had been experiencing a gradual, frustrating hearing loss in her right ear over two years. Initially dismissing it as wax buildup or swimmer's ear, she found herself constantly asking students to repeat themselves and turning up the TV volume. Her ear felt perpetually 'full,' and occasional, sharp pain flared during cold lake swims. After multiple courses of ear drops failed, her ENT, Dr. Chen, explained via a tympanometry test and CT scan that she had a bony growth, an exostosis or 'surfer's ear,' narrowing her canal. He recommended a canalplasty to remove the obstruction, explaining it was a common, minimally invasive procedure for active water enthusiasts. Olivia was anxious about surgery near her hearing but relieved to have a clear cause. The outpatient procedure under general anesthesia was smooth. Recovery involved a week of ear packing and strict water avoidance, with some initial tenderness. After the packing was removed, the feeling of fullness was gone. A follow-up hearing test showed significant improvement. Emotionally, Olivia moved from frustration and social withdrawal to immense relief and regained confidence, eagerly planning a cautious return to swimming with protective ear plugs.
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