41. Hearing Loss otosclerosis. otosclerosis is a condition which leads to a gradual loss of hearing in one or both ears. It usually affects young caucasian females. http://www.earsite.com/hearing_loss/otosclerosis.html

Otosclerosis Otosclerosis is a condition which leads to a gradual loss of hearing in one or both ears. It usually affects young caucasian females. This condition is believed to arise from a genetic disorder which can be inherited from generation to generation. In otosclerosis, the bone around the junction of the stapes and the inner ear is affected. The stapes becomes more and more fixed with time, so much so that the sound entering the ear canal can not conduct across the ossicles to the inner ear. The clarity with which a person can hear with otosclerosis is extremely good provided the sound is loud enough. There are three options in the management of otosclerosis. The first involves no treatment and coping with the degree of hearing loss that is present and following the hearing with serial audiograms. The second form of management is the use of a hearing aid. Hearing aids have been found to be very useful in otosclerosis. The third form of treatment involves a delicate operation called a stapedectomy. This operation can be done under either local anesthesia with medication given intravenously for sedation or under general anesthesia. Patients either go home the same day or spend one night in the hospital. The entire operation is performed through the ear canal through a operating microscope. A skin incision is made in the ear canal and the eardrum is elevated . A small nerve called the chorda tympani which transmits taste information from t he front 2/3 of the tongue frequently has to be mobilized to allow adequate visuali zation of the stapes. Temporary taste disturbance is not uncommon after this operation. The bone around this nerve has to be removed with fine instruments. The ossicles are then examined and the joint between the incus and stapes is severed. A laser is used to divide a tendon which holds the stapes in place. The stapes is then fractured and removed. A laser is then used to make a hole in the footplate whic h separates it from the inner ear. I prefer to then use a piece of vein harvested from the hand to cover the opening to the inner ear. A small prosthesis is then inserted over the vein graft and attached to the incus.

42. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Otosclerosis otosclerosis. Causes, incidence, and risk factors otosclerosis is an inherited disorder involving the growth of abnormal spongy bone in the middle ear. http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/001036.cfm

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43. HealthCentral.com - Best Doctors - What Is Otosclerosis And What's The Treatment What Is otosclerosis And What s The Treatment? otosclerosis is a unique disease of the bone of the inner ear that also affects the bone of the middle ear. http://www.healthcentral.com/BestDoctors/BestDoctorsFullText.cfm?ID=32721&storyt

44. Emory Healthcare: Otosclerosis Audiology. otosclerosis. (Otospongiosis). by Michelle Badash, MS. Definition. otosclerosis occurs when abnormal new bone forms in the inner ear. http://www.emoryhealthcare.org/HealthGate/11639.html

Making People Healthy Home Find a Physician Departments Facilities ... Ways to Give Search: Patient/Visitor Guide About Us For Physicians News/Media ... Ways to Give "U.S." News Ranks Emory University Hospital Among Nation's Best Hospitals In Seven Specialties Click Here for More.... Audiology Otosclerosis (Otospongiosis) Pronounced: ot-oh-scle-ROW-sis by Michelle Badash, MS Definition Otosclerosis occurs when abnormal new bone forms in the inner ear. This growth prevents proper functioning of other ear structures. This condition is a common cause of hearing loss. Causes The cause of otosclerosis is still unknown. However, otosclerosis tends to run in families, and may be hereditary. Otosclerosis has also been linked to hormonal changes and viral infections. Risk Factors A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. Risk factors for otosclerosis include: Age: Late teens through late 40s Family history of otosclerosis Sex: Female Race: Caucasian or Asian Drinking non-fluoridated water: Some studies suggest that non-fluoridated water may cause a susceptible person to develop otosclerosis Pregnancy: may accelerate symptoms Symptoms Gradual hearing loss is the main symptom of otosclerosis. Hearing loss may be of two types:

45. Otosclerosis otosclerosis. Timothy C. Hain, MD and Alan Micco, MD. Please read our disclaimer. Last updated 12 CAUSE OF otosclerosis Most feel that http://www.tchain.com/otoneurology/disorders/hearing/otoscler.html

OTOSCLEROSIS Timothy C. Hain, MD and Alan Micco, MD Please read our . Last updated: 12/02 Goto online hearing screener (Handtronix site) Back to the index Search this site Figure 1. Cross section of ear. Otosclerosis involves the small bones of the middle ear, the malleus (2), the incus (3) and the stapes (4), as well as the bone that surrounds the inner ear, which is called the otic capsule. Otosclerosis is a disease of the bones of the inner ear. These are labeled the malleus, incus and stapes (2-4) in figure 1, and are also known in aggregate as the "ossicles". The ossicles become knit together into an immovable mass, and do not transmit sound as well as when they are more flexible. An illustration of one form of this called "stapes fixation" is shown in figure 2. Otosclerosis can also affect the other ossicles (malleus and incus) and the otic capsule the bone that surrounds the inner ear. Figure 2. Stapes fixation in otosclerosis. A bony ankylosis (knee) knits the bone of the middle ear to the stapes, preventing normal transmission of sound from the eardrum into the inner ear. Otosclerosis is usually inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern with variable penetrance. This means that you have a 50-50% chance of getting the gene for otosclerosis if one parent has it, but that not everyone with the gene develop symptoms. Hearing loss usually begins between the ages of 11-30. The hearing loss can be of two types. When otosclerosis involves the small bones of the middle ear, a

46. Otosclerosis, UPMC | University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, US A comprehensive resource describing the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for otosclerosis from the health care experts at University of Pittsburgh http://hearingloss.upmc.com/Otosclerosis/

Home Otosclerosis Otosclerosis occurs when abnormal new bone forms in the inner ear. This growth prevents proper functioning of other structures in the ear. This condition is a common cause of hearing loss Diagnosis Treatment Options Research ... Contact UPMC Supplemental content provided by HealthGate Data Corp Terms and Conditions

47. The Balance Center: Otosclerosis What is otosclerosis? otosclerosis is a disease in which there is abnormal hardening of the bone of the ear. What causes otosclerosis? http://www.pennhealth.com/hup/balance/hi11.html

About the Balance Center About Our Team Appointments and Procedures Health Information ... Cholesteatoma and Mastoid Surgery Meniere's Disease Medical Treatment What is it? Gentamicin Surgical Therapy ... Vestibular Neuronitis and Migrainous Vertigo What is Otosclerosis? Otosclerosis is a disease in which there is abnormal hardening of the bone of the ear. This hardening causes the third middle ear bone, known as the stapes, to become fixed. Fixation of the stapes prevents it from moving and thus, prevents the transmission of sound of the middle ear to the inner ear. What causes Otosclerosis? Otosclerosis is an inherited disorder and that many people with this disorder will report similar symptoms in their parents or siblings. Other patients report no family history of this disorder. This is not because their family members were not affected by otosclerosis, but rather because the hardening of the bone within the ear did not take place in the region of the stapes. How is otosclerosis diagnosed?

48. Otosclerosis otosclerosis is an abnormal bone growth in the middle ear that causes hearing loss. otosclerosis. Caucasians are more susceptible to otosclerosis than others. http://www.pennhealth.com/ency/article/001036.htm

Search Encyclopedia: List of Topics Print This Page  General ENT Otosclerosis Ear anatomy Definition: Otosclerosis is an abnormal bone growth in the middle ear that causes hearing loss Alternative Names: Otospongiosis Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Otosclerosis is an inherited disorder involving the growth of abnormal spongy bone in the middle ear. This growth prevents the stapes (stirrup bone) from vibrating in response to sound waves, thus leading to progressive (worsening over time) hearing loss Otosclerosis is the most frequent cause of middle ear hearing loss in young adults, affecting about 10% of the population of the US. Otosclerosis usually affects both ears, and is most commonly seen in women, 15 to 30 years old. Risks include pregnancy (which may trigger onset) and a family history of hearing loss. Caucasians are more susceptible to otosclerosis than others. Symptoms: hearing loss slow, progressive hearing may be better in noisy environments than quiet areas. ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Signs and tests: An examination of the ears may rule out other causes of hearing loss An audiometry audiology may determine the extent of hearing loss.

49. EMedicine - Otosclerosis : Article By Peter S Roland, MD otosclerosis otosclerosis is a genetically mediated metabolic bone disease that affects only the human otic capsule and ossicles. http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic1692.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Pediatrics Otolaryngology Otosclerosis Last Updated: April 3, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: hearing loss, conductive hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss, SNHL, deafness AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Peter S Roland, MD , Chair, Professor, Department of Otolaryngology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Peter S Roland, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: Alpha Omega Alpha American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery American Otological Society , and Texas Medical Association Editor(s): Orval Brown, MD , Director of Otolaryngology Clinic, Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas; Robert Konop, PharmD

50. EMedicine - Middle Ear, Otosclerosis : Article By Jack A Shohet, MD Middle Ear, otosclerosis. Last Updated August 15, 2003, History of the Procedure otosclerosis surgery has developed through 3 distinct eras. http://www.emedicine.com/ent/topic218.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery Middle Ear Middle Ear, Otosclerosis Last Updated: August 15, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: otospongiosis, total stapedectomy, partial stapedectomy, stapedotomy AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Indications Relevant Anatomy And Contraindications ... Bibliography Author: Jack A Shohet, MD , Director of Neurotology-Skull Base Surgery, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of California at Irvine Medical Center Coauthor(s): Frank Sutton, Jr, MD, MBA , Staff Physician, Department of Anesthesiology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Jack A Shohet, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery American Laryngological Rhinological and Otological Society American Medical Association American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery ... American Tinnitus Association , and California Medical Association Editor(s): Jack L Pulec, MD

51. Otosclerosis - Capital Region Otolaryngology Head & Neck Group otosclerosis. otosclerosis is a disease of the third middle ear bone(stapes). In Hearing Impairment from otosclerosis. otosclerosis http://www.capitaloto.com/otosclerosis.htm

Main Office: 6 Executive Park Dr., Entrance C Albany, NY 1220 Search the Site: Home Northeast Neurotologic Clinic Ear Probems Otosclerosis Chronic Otitis Media Glomus Tumors Tinnitus ... Acoustic Neuroma Balance Problems Balance Problems Balance Testing Meniere's Disease Parixysmal Positional ... Vertigo How the Ear Works Perception of Sound Types of Hearing Impairment Balance Function Cochlear Implants Cochlear Implants How it Works Who is a Candidate Surgical Procedure Implantable Hearing Aids Implantable Hearing Aids Soundbirdge Direct System ... Locations Otosclerosis Otosclerosis is a disease of the third middle ear bone(stapes). In order to understand the disease and how to treat it, a knowledge of how the ear normally works and the types of hearing impairements is very important.

52. CrossDots.com - Searching The WEB ! otosclerosisotosclerosis. otosclerosis is a hearing condition where the stapes in the ear becomes attached to the surrounding bone by a growth of abnormal bone. http://www.crossdots.info/otosclerosis.html

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53. InteliHealth: Otosclerosis blower. otosclerosis — This is a conductive hearing loss, involving the abnormal overgrowth of one or more bones in the middle ear. http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/10477.html

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54. OTOSCLEROSIS AND STAPEDECTOMY PICTURES * OTOLATRYNGOLOGY HOUSTON OTOLATRYNGOLOGY HOUSTON Animated GIF and Diagram of Ear with otosclerosis and Stapedectomy Prosthesis. Houston. WWW.GHORAYEB.COM. otosclerosis and Stapedectomy. http://www.ghorayeb.com/Otosclerosis.html

@import url(/~media/elements/Text/font_styles.css); Professional Information Office Information What is Otolaryngology? Post-Op Information ... Home Otolaryngolgy Houston WWW.GHORAYEB.COM Otosclerosis and Stapedectomy This page was last updated on: October 4, 2003 Otosclerosis is a deposit of new bone ( depicted in white) that prevents the footplate of the stapes from moving, thus causing hearing loss. In a stapedectomy, the stapes is removed and a prosthesis is placed to transmit sound vibration from the the incus (anvil), to a fat plug (fascia or vein) in the oval window of the inner ear.

55. Otosclerosis otosclerosis. otosclerosis Registry for Hereditary Hearing Loss partners families and researchers in the area of hereditary hearing loss. http://www.health-nexus.com/otosclerosis.htm

Health-Nexus.Net Health-Nexus.Org The #1 Health information site Home ... Up Search Health-Nexus for: Match ALL words Match ANY word Email this page to a friend ! Post a question or comment on our Message Board Home Page Health Specialties Health News ... Alternative Health Options Substance Abuse Animal Health Search: Books Magazines Video Keywords: Find it Here Otosclerosis Ear Surgery Information Center-Otosclerosis - Ear Surgery Information Center OTOSCLEROSIS a description by Mark J. Levenson, MD, FACS Stapedectomy Otosclerosis Otospongiasis Otosclerosis the immobilization of the stapes bone occurs slowl Otosclerosis - Registry for Hereditary Hearing Loss partners families and researchers in the area of hereditary hearing loss. Read about otosclerosis. The Voice Center: Otosclerosis - Eastern Virginia Medical School explains this hereditary hearing impairment. Learn about how hearing loss occurs and how surgery can help. drkoop.com: Conditions And Concerns: Medical Encyclopedia: Otosclerosis

56. OTOSCLEROSIS AND STAPES SURGERY otosclerosis AND STAPES SURGERY APRIL 22 25, 2004 SAAS – FEE, SWITZERLAND, http://www.politzer-saasfee.org/

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57. Otosclerosis - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medical Terms otosclerosis The abnormal formation of new bone in the middle ear that gradually immobilizes the stapes (stirrup bone) and prevents it from vibrating in http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=25696

58. Otosclerosis Diseases, Conditions and Injuries. otosclerosis. (Otospongiosis). Definition. otosclerosis occurs when abnormal new bone forms in the inner ear. http://www.somersetmedicalcenter.com/1635.cfm

Community Advisor Search Send to a friend Home  Diseases, Conditions and Injuries Otosclerosis (Otospongiosis) Pronounced: ot-oh-scle-ROW-sis by Michelle Badash, MS Definition Causes Risk Factors ... Organizations Definition Otosclerosis occurs when abnormal new bone forms in the inner ear. This growth prevents proper functioning of other ear structures. This condition is a common cause of hearing loss. The Inner Ear www.nucleusinc.com Causes The cause of otosclerosis is still unknown. However, otosclerosis tends to run in families, and may be hereditary. Otosclerosis has also been linked to hormonal changes and viral infections. Risk Factors A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. Risk factors for otosclerosis include: Age: Late teens through late 40s Family history of otosclerosis Sex: Female Race: Caucasian or Asian Drinking non-fluoridated water: Some studies suggest that non-fluoridated water may cause a susceptible person to develop otosclerosis Pregnancy: may accelerate symptoms Symptoms Gradual hearing loss is the main symptom of otosclerosis. Hearing loss may be of two types:

59. Otosclerosis otosclerosis. Overgrowth of bone in the middle ear causing progressive deafness. This inherited condition is gradual in onset, developing http://www.tiscali.co.uk/reference/encyclopaedia/hutchinson/m0022255.html

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60. Lions Ear And Hearing Institute - Otosclerosis otosclerosis. Introduction. otosclerosis is a component is conductive. otosclerosis. otosclerosis causes tiny areas of bone to harden. http://www.lehi.com.au/medcl/Otosclerosis.asp

The Lions Ear and Hearing Institute About Medical Clinics Hearing Clinics Information ... Medical Clinics Otosclerosis Introduction Otosclerosis is a relatively common cause of hearing loss and may run in families. The disorder is a condition affecting the bones of the middle ear, and is only known to effect humans. The hearing loss caused by otosclerosis is often treatable by surgery. The Normal Ear and Hearing Loss The ear is divided into the external, middle and inner ear. Sound waves pass into the external ear and vibrate the eardrum. The movements of the eardrum are transmitted into the middle ear by three small bones. These are the malleus (hammer), incus (anvil) and the stapes (stirrup). The bones transform sound waves into vibrations of the inner ear fluids, turning sound waves into electrical impulses. The external and middle ear act as conductors of sound and the inner ear is the receiver. A disorder of the external or middle ear causes a conductive hearing loss. A problem involving the inner ear causes a sensorineural or nerve hearing loss. Otosclerosis often causes a combination of these hearing losses but the dominant component is conductive. Otosclerosis Otosclerosis causes tiny areas of bone to harden. These hardened areas may affect the stapes bone, inner ear or both of these areas. Pure inner ear otosclerosis is rare. Otosclerosis typically begins in the teenage years or third decade of life. The condition is reported more frequently in females and usually, but not always, involves both ears. Carefully performed and accurate hearing tests determine the degree of hearing loss due to stapes or inner ear involvement.

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