Mastoidectomy Treatment in Turkey
About Mastoidectomy
Key Highlights
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Effectively eradicates chronic ear infections and prevents their spread.Removes cholesteatoma, a destructive skin growth that can damage ear structures.Helps preserve or improve hearing by addressing underlying bone disease.Prevents serious complications like facial nerve paralysis, meningitis, or brain abscess.Can be performed using minimally invasive techniques in some cases.Often a definitive solution for conditions unresponsive to antibiotic therapy./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic mastoiditis (infection of the mastoid bone) not responding to medications.
- Cholesteatoma (a non-cancerous but destructive skin cyst in the middle ear).
- Complications from acute otitis media (middle ear infection), such as a subperiosteal abscess.
- Persistent drainage from the ear (chronic suppurative otitis media).
- Suspected or confirmed spread of infection to surrounding areas (intracranial complications).
- Preparation for other ear surgeries, like cochlear implantation.
- Certain types of chronic ear tumors.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including hearing tests (audiometry) and imaging (CT scan of the temporal bone).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners.
- Inform the surgeon of any allergies, especially to antibiotics or anesthesia.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home and assist you for the first few days post-surgery.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight) before the procedure.
- Plan for time off work or school, as recovery requires rest and limited activity.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection, bleeding, or hematoma at the surgical site.
- Injury to the facial nerve, which could cause temporary or permanent facial weakness.
- Changes in taste (dysgeusia) due to nerve proximity.
- Hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ear), or dizziness/vertigo.
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, a rare but serious complication.
- Recurrence of the original condition (e.g., cholesteatoma).
- Need for revision surgery in the future.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically required for 1-2 days for monitoring.
- The ear will be packed with dressing; keep the head elevated and the surgical site dry.
- Avoid blowing your nose forcefully, strenuous activity, and air travel for several weeks.
- Prescribed antibiotics and pain medications should be taken as directed.
- Attend all follow-up appointments for packing removal and wound checks.
- Full recovery and return to normal activities, including swimming, may take several weeks to months.
- Hearing may feel muffled initially but often improves as swelling subsides.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 weeks for initial recovery; up to 3 months for full healing and hearing stabilization
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering mastoidectomy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with ent departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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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 mastoidectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 870 – USD 2,719 | 1-2 days | ~ 3-6 weeks for initial recovery; up to 3 months for full healing and hearing stabilization | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 6,442 – USD 20,131 | 1-2 days | ~ 3-6 weeks for initial recovery; up to 3 months for full healing and hearing stabilization | Know More |
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ENT Specialists for Mastoidectomy
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