Mastoidectomy
A procedure that removes infected mastoid bone behind the ear to treat chronic ear infection.
What is Mastoidectomy?
A mastoidectomy removes infected or diseased bone from the mastoid, the bony area behind your ear that connects to the middle ear, most commonly to treat chronic infection that has spread into this bone or to remove an abnormal skin growth called a cholesteatoma. Your surgeon accesses the mastoid bone through an incision behind the ear, carefully removing the infected or diseased tissue while preserving the surrounding structures important for hearing and balance wherever possible. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and typically takes two to three hours.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Chronic middle ear infection that has spread into the mastoid bone
- A cholesteatoma requiring surgical removal
- Recurrent ear infections not resolved by other treatments
- Complications of chronic ear disease affecting nearby structures
- Persistent ear drainage linked to mastoid infection
How does this procedure help?
A mastoidectomy removes the source of chronic infection or abnormal tissue growth, addressing a condition that can otherwise lead to more serious complications if left untreated, including risk to hearing and, in rare cases, more significant structures nearby. Most patients experience resolution of chronic drainage and infection following surgery. Recovery typically takes a few weeks, with your surgeon monitoring healing and any impact on hearing during follow-up visits.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
2–4 weeks
Compared to Canada / USA
70–85% faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
60–85% less
Context
Patients in Canada and the USA wait an average of 6–18 months for elective procedures. In India's private sector, the same procedures are typically scheduled within 2–4 weeks of confirmation.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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