Ossicular Reconstrution

Ossicular reconstruction is performed to repair the bones of the middle ear that are used for hearing. The middle ear bones may become damaged from infection or from chronic retraction of the eardrum. This procedure often accompanies tympanoplasty (surgical reconstruction of the eardrum).

The need for ossicular reconstruction is sometimes known prior to tympanoplasty surgery, but even when identified during surgery, ossicular reconstruction can usually be performed while reconstructing the eardrum. Tympanoplasty with ossicular reconstruction typically requires an overnight stay at the hospital.