Meatoplasty Treatment in Turkey
About Meatoplasty
Key Highlights
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Widens a narrow or stenotic external ear canal to improve airflow and drainage.Reduces the frequency and severity of recurrent outer ear infections (otitis externa).Can improve conductive hearing loss caused by canal obstruction.Facilitates easier cleaning and examination of the ear canal by both patient and physician.Often performed as a day procedure with a relatively short recovery time.Provides a long-term solution for chronic ear canal stenosis./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic stenosis (narrowing) of the external auditory canal.
- Recurrent episodes of otitis externa (swimmer's ear) due to poor drainage.
- Congenital ear canal abnormalities leading to narrowing.
- Post-traumatic or post-surgical scarring that has narrowed the canal.
- Exostoses (surfer's ear) or osteomas (benign bony growths) obstructing the canal.
- Difficulty in fitting or retaining hearing aids due to canal size.
- Persistent accumulation of debris and wax (cerumen impaction) due to a narrow canal.
How to prepare
- A comprehensive ENT evaluation, including otoscopy and possibly a hearing test (audiogram).
- Imaging studies like a CT scan of the temporal bone may be ordered to assess the bony anatomy.
- Discussion of medical history, allergies, and current medications with the surgeon.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the doctor.
- Arranging for someone to drive the patient home after the procedure, especially if sedation is used.
- Fasting for several hours before surgery if general anesthesia is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or hematoma at the surgical site.
- Pain, swelling, or bruising around the ear.
- Temporary or, rarely, permanent change in the shape of the outer ear (pinna).
- Injury to the facial nerve, which runs near the ear canal, potentially causing temporary facial weakness.
- Recurrence of stenosis or scarring requiring further intervention.
- Alteration in taste (dysgeusia) due to proximity of the chorda tympani nerve.
- Rare complications like tympanic membrane (eardrum) perforation or sensorineural hearing loss.
Recovery & hospital stay
- A dressing or packing is placed in the ear canal for a few days to a week to maintain shape and absorb drainage.
- Oral antibiotics and pain medications are typically prescribed.
- Keep the ear completely dry; avoid swimming and use a shower cap.
- Avoid blowing the nose forcefully to prevent pressure changes in the ear.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial for removal of packing and monitoring of healing.
- Gentle cleaning of the outer ear as instructed, but avoid inserting anything into the canal.
- Most normal activities can be resumed within a week, but strenuous exercise should be avoided for 2-3 weeks.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
2-3 weeks for full healing
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering meatoplasty in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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Procedure cost in other countries
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ENT Specialists for Meatoplasty
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