Stapedectomy
A stapedectomy is a surgical procedure of the middle ear in which the stapes, one of the small bones responsible for transmitting sound, is replaced with a prosthesis. It is considered in certain cases of hearing loss linked to the fixation of that small bone, as occurs in otosclerosis.
Which specialist performs it? It is the otolaryngologist who evaluates hearing, confirms the cause, and determines whether this surgery is an appropriate option for each person.
When to consider it? When progressive hearing loss affects daily life and testing points to a problem with sound transmission, it is a good idea to discuss the alternatives with the specialist.
To keep in mind: not all hearing loss is resolved with this procedure. The indication is individual, so the prudent course is to review the case with a trusted otolaryngologist.
Data on 21 doctors who treat stapedectomy
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Doctors specialized in stapedectomy
Dr. Alvaro Takane Kimura
Dr. Luz Maria Viveros Añorbe
Dra. Lourdes Olivia Vales Hidalgo
Dr. Fernando Federico Arcaute Velázquez
Dr. Veronica Díaz Salinas
Dr. Óscar César Lorandi Guerrero
Dr. Armando González Gomar Weckmann
Dr. Juan Antonio Castro Rosales
Dr. Jose Ganem Musi
Dra. Lisette Cristerna Sánchez
Dr. Luis Ramon Albavera Giles
Dra. Georgina Peralta Jiménez
Dr. Francisco Miguel Fernández Andrade
Dra. Maria Lidia Sánchez
Dr. Josué Franco
Dr. Juan Felipe Sánchez Marle
Dra. Carola Berenice Curiel Davalos
Dra. Yolanda Tena Jimenez
Dr. Luis Alberto Giorgana Frutos
Dra. Alicia Carreño Ramírez
Frequently asked questions
What is stapedectomy?
A stapedectomy is a surgical procedure of the middle ear in which the stapes, one of the small bones responsible for transmitting sound, is replaced with a prosthesis. It is considered in certain cases of hearing loss linked to the fixation of that small bone, as occurs in otosclerosis.
Which doctor treats stapedectomy?
Stapedectomy is usually treated by specialists in otolaryngologist, otolaryngologist.