Otosclerosis is a common cause of hearing loss due to abnormal bone growth in the ears, often affecting both ears. It impacts approximately 1-2% of the UK population and can result in symptoms such as hearing loss, dizziness, and balance issues. Management may include hearing aids, surgical options like stapedectomy, and fluoride tablets.

1. OTOSCLEROSIS
Presented by:
Mr. Abhay Rajpoot

2. INTRODUCTION
Otosclerosis is a common cause of hearing loss. It is caused by a problem
with the tiny bones (ossicles) which transmit vibrations through the middle
ear so we can hear sound. Usually both ears are affected in otosclerosis but
sometimes only one ear is affected.

4. DEFINITION:
Otosclerosis is caused by an abnormal growth of bone in the ears, which causes
hearing loss. In its early stages, the sufferer will normally not be affected. In most
cases, a surgical operation will restore the hearing

5. INCIDENCE
 Otosclerosis affects about 1 or 2 in 100 people in the UK.

6. ETIOLOGY
 Hereditary
 Faulty bone formation
 Viral ear measles
 Low fluoride levels

7. CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
 Hearing loss
 Speaking softly
 Hearing better in noisy surroundings
 Hearing sounds from within your body
 Dizziness and balance problem

8. DAIGNOSTIC EVALUATION
 History
 Physical examination
 Tympanometry
 C T Scan

9. MANAGEMENT
 Hearing aids
 Stapedectomy or stapedotomy
 Fluoride tablets