Mastoidectomy

Removal of mastoid air cells from the back of the ear

Speciality ENT
Urgency elective, urgent
Duration 1 to 3 h
Blood Loss minimal to 250 ml
Anaesthesia General Anaesthetic
Anaesthesia II General +/- Gas Induction
Pain mild-moderate (++)
Post-op Pain II Tablets, Suppositories, Injection (im, iv)
Hospital Stay Day Surgery (a few hours) to overnight stay
Full Recovery 1 to 3 weeks
Additional Info Pack in ear for 1-3 weeks. Avoid getting water to operated ear or violent blowing of nose. Can wash hair after ~ 1 week & swim after 4-6 weeks.
created by Dr Taija Nicoli

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