Denker Operation

Denker surgery is a surgical procedure used to treat diseases of the middle ear and auditory tube. This operation was developed by German otolaryngologist Adolf Denker in 1890 and has since become one of the most common treatments for otitis media.

Denker surgery involves the surgeon making an incision in the anterior wall of the middle ear and removing part of the eardrum that is causing the disease. Then the pus is removed and the integrity of the eardrum is restored. The operation is usually performed under local anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes.

The Denker procedure has several advantages over other treatments for otitis media, such as antibiotics and steroids. First, it removes the pus that is causing ear infections and pain. Secondly, Denker's operation allows you to restore the integrity of the eardrum and prevent its re-damage. Thirdly, Denker's operation can be performed in the early stages of the disease, when the infection has not yet spread to other parts of the ear.

However, like any operation, Denker surgery has its risks. One of the most common complications is the recurrence of a middle ear infection after surgery. In addition, the operation can cause bleeding and other complications associated with damage to blood vessels and nerves.

Overall, Denker surgery is an effective treatment for otitis media and can be recommended to patients who suffer from this disease. However, before undergoing surgery, it is necessary to conduct a full examination to ensure that the patient is suitable for this procedure.

Denker Operation

(a. Denker operation) is a surgical operation for otosclerosis, proposed by the German otolaryngologist R. Denck in 1902.

The operation is performed to treat otosclerosis, one of the most common diseases of the inner ear. It manifests itself as progressive hearing loss (in late stages of hearing loss) and tinnitus. It is considered the main cause of hearing loss in people aged 20-40 years (due to the latent form of the pathological process).

Operation technique. Trephination of the bone plates of the posterior wall of the external auditory canal is performed, a window is made in them to the level of the bone capsule of the round window, 0.1 g of tissue is removed from it and then it is given the shape of a hemisphere. For 6-8 months it is necessary to wear special plastic devices aimed at improving the blood supply to the bones of the middle ear and the anti-noise effect.