A Stapedotomy Is Removal of the Stapes Superstructure and Creation

question 36

Multiple Choice

A stapedotomy is removal of the stapes superstructure and creation of a fenestra (opening) in the fixed stapes footplate for treatment of abnormal bone growth around the footplate that results in its immobility.A prosthesis is placed to restore ossicular continuity and alleviate conductive hearing loss.The patient scheduled for a stapedotomy will probably have a surgical diagnosis of:

• A) otosclerosis.
• B) ossicular stenosis.
• C) indeterminate hearing loss.
• D) ossicular interruption.

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