Mastoid surgery is performed to treat cholesteatoma, a condition in which the eardrum becomes distorted and forms a sac that collects skin debris within the middle ear and mastoid bone. Although it develops slowly over time, untreated cholesteatoma can cause serious complications, including damage to the hearing bones, balance system, facial nerve, or even the lining of the brain. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to preventing long-term effects.

At Tympanic’s Clinic, the procedure is performed through a discreet incision behind the ear. The disease is carefully removed from the middle ear and mastoid bone, and the eardrum is reconstructed using fascia or cartilage. Our surgeons have extensive experience in both primary and revision mastoid surgery, including mastoid obliteration, where the cavity is closed and the ear canal wall is rebuilt after previous surgery.