What is the treatment of otosclerosis?
Medical There is no local treatment to the ear itself or any medication that will improve the hearing in persons with otosclerosis. In some cases medication may be helpful in preventing further loss of hearing. Surgical The stapes operation (stapedectomy) is recommended for patients with otosclerosis who are candidates for surgery. This operation is performed under local anesthesia and requires but a short period of hospitalization and convalescence. Over 90 percent of these operations are successful in restoring the hearing permanently.
