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Published on: February 16, 2022
Reparative granuloma following stapes surgery
A Mahadevaiah1, Bhavin Parikh, K Kumaraswamy
1Basavanagudi ENT Care Centre, Basavanagudi, Bangalore India.
Summary
Reparative granuloma after stapes surgery is a rare complication causing sudden hearing loss and balance issues. This report details two cases of this uncommon post-stapedectomy event.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Neurosurgery
- Surgical Complications
Background:
- Reparative granuloma of the oval window is an infrequent complication following stapes surgery.
- This condition typically manifests one to six weeks post-operatively.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report two cases of reparative granuloma of the oval window.
- To highlight this uncommon complication of stapes surgery.
Main Methods:
- Case report of two patients.
- Surgical intervention: stapes surgery.
Main Results:
- Two instances of reparative granuloma of the oval window were observed.
- Patients experienced sudden hearing loss and balance disturbance.
Conclusions:
- Reparative granuloma is a potential complication of stapes surgery.
- Early recognition is crucial for managing hearing loss and balance issues.
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