Stapedectomy Cost in United Arab Emirates

The cost of stapedectomy in the UAE typically ranges from $5,500 to $20,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Stapedectomy (stapes surgery) replaces a stiffened stapes bone in the middle ear with a tiny prosthesis to improve hearing in otosclerosis. In the UAE, the price depends on:

• Prosthesis
• Laser or drill
• Anaesthesia
• Overnight stay

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust explains that options include monitoring, a hearing aid or surgery.

The operation, under general anaesthetic through the ear canal, takes just over an hour; patients go home the next day. A dressing stays for one to two weeks, and at least seven days off work are advised. Flying should wait until cleared. Success rates are very high, although a good result cannot be promised; a 'dead ear' is very rare. Tinnitus, taste disturbance and dizziness can occur.

Planned ENT surgery needs insurer prior approval under basic UAE plans, with co-payments.