Category: Ear
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Mastoid operation
A mastoidectomy is a surgical procedure designed to remove infection in the bone behind the ear (mastoid bone). Its purpose is to create a “safe” ear and prevent further damage to the hearing apparatus. Mastoidectomy is often indicated for other diseases that spread to the mastoid bone, such as cholesteatoma. Cholesteatoma is an abnormal skin…
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Surgical treatment of Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Surgical treatment of Snoring and Sleep Apnea Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious condition in which breathing stops during sleep, sometimes hundreds of times a night. Cardiovascular problems may result. Symptoms include snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness, poor performance at home or work, moodiness and depression and lack of sexual urge. One form of treatment…
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Preauricular sinus abscess
The congenital preauricular sinus is usually asymptomatic. However, if recurrent infection and abscess formation occurs, complete surgical excision of the sinus is required. If the sinus tracts are not entirely removed, recurrence is likely to follow. Sometimes the disease is not recognized and diagnosed as a sebaceous cyst or a furunculus. Treatment Incision and drainage…