Mastoidectomy is a surgical process used to remove the mastoid bone located behind your ear. The mastoid bone contains the air cells that connect to the middle ear. Mastoidectomy is performed to treat middle ear infections or prevent them from occurring. The mastoid bone is removed through an incision in the back of the ear. The surgeon will then clean out the air cells in the mastoid bone and any infected tissue. A drainage tube may be placed in the incision to help drain any fluid that may build up. The incision will be closed with stitches, and a bandage will be placed over it.

Mastoidectomy is usually performed as an outpatient procedure, which means you can go home the same day. Recovery time varies from person to person, but you can expect some discomfort and swelling for a few weeks after surgery. Your doctor will give you specific instructions on caring for your incision and when you can return to your normal activities.

Types of Mastoidectomy

Mastoidectomy is a surgical process used to remove the mastoid bone. The mastoid is a small, pyramid-shaped bone behind your ear. Mastoidectomy is usually performed to treat infections of the middle ear or to remove a tumour from the mastoid bone.

Total Mastoidectomy: In a total mastoidectomy, all of the diseased tissue is removed, along with the entire mastoid bone. This surgery is more often used to treat cancerous tumours than infectious diseases. There are two main types of Mastoidectomy: total and partial.

Partial Mastoidectomy: A partial mastectomy removes only a portion of the mastoid bone and leaves healthy tissue intact. This type of surgery is more commonly used to treat infections.

Mastoidectomies are performed under general anaesthesia and typically take one to two hours to complete. During the procedure, an incision can be made behind your ear, and the skin is separated from the underlying bone. Then the incision has to be closed with the help of stitches. The diseased tissue is then removed, and any necessary reconstruction is performed.

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