Tympanoplasty in Instituto de Otorrino
About the clinic
Tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure to repair a perforated eardrum and restore hearing. At Instituto de Otorrino in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, specialists perform this surgery using advanced techniques to treat various stages of middle ear damage. This TEMOS-accredited facility is a dedicated ENT hospital with over 55 years of experience in ear care.
Advanced Surgical Methods
The surgeons at the clinic typically use an incision behind the ear to reach the middle ear. They repair the eardrum using a graft, which is a small piece of tissue. This tissue often comes from the patient’s own muscle or fascia to help the body accept the repair naturally. Synthetic materials are also available if needed. The clinic features five modern operating rooms and private apartments for patient recovery.
Types of Tympanoplasty
The medical team tailors the procedure to the specific damage found in the ear. There are four main levels of repair provided at the clinic:
- Type I for small or medium holes where the tiny ear bones remain healthy.
- Type II for cases where the ear bones need minor reconstruction.
- Type III for large perforations that require more significant bone repair.
- Type IV for complex disease affecting both the middle ear and the mastoid bone.
Expert Medical Team
The department is led by experienced otorhinolaryngologists. Dr. Sinval Pereira dos Santos serves as the General President and Technical Director of the institute. Dr. Bruno Pestana Gomes and Dr. Cheng T. Ping coordinate the medical specialization programs at the hospital. The team also includes Dra. Juliana Gomes Paulino, who is a member of the Brazilian Society of Otorhinolaryngology.
Recovery and Aftercare
Before the surgery, every patient undergoes a pre-anesthetic evaluation and a full risk assessment. After the procedure, full recovery usually takes a few weeks. Patients must follow specific steps to help the ear heal correctly:
- Keep the ear completely dry and avoid water exposure.
- Do not insert any objects, such as cotton swabs, into the ear canal.
- Complete the full course of prescribed antibiotics to prevent infection.
To learn more about eardrum repair in Brazil or to book a visit, you can leave a request on Bookimed.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Tympanoplasty | Price on request | |
| Adenoid Removal | Price on request | |
| Tonsillectomy | Price on request | |
| Endoscopic Sinus Surgery | Price on request | |
| Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery) | Price on request | |
| Intervention to laryngeal polyps with endolaryngeal microsurgery | Price on request | |
| Stapedectomy | Price on request | |
| Nasal polyp surgery | Price on request | |
| Sleep Apnea Surgery | Price on request | |
| Surgical Management of Airway Obstruction | Price on request |
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Instituto de Otorrino: more details about the clinic
Instituto de Otorrino is a specialized ear, nose, and throat (ENT) clinic in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Founded in 1965, it provides 24-hour urgent care and full surgical services. The clinic operates as a hospital-style center with a dedicated building focused entirely on ENT care for adults and children.
Accreditations and Professional Team
The clinic holds international TEMOS accreditation, meeting global quality standards for medical care. A team of nine specialists manages the clinical staff, including Dr. Sinval Pereira dos Santos and Dr. Juliana Gomes Paulino. Several physicians focus on rhinoplasty and functional nasal procedures, such as Dr. Bárbara Andrade and Dr. Flávio Barbosa.
ENT Specialties and Procedures
The facility combines routine consultations with complex surgical care. Specialists cover several core areas:
- Laryngology and Voice Care: Specialists treat voice disorders and vocal cord paralysis using laryngeal microsurgery.
- Otology and Neurotology: The team manages hearing loss and ear conditions through tympanoplasty and mastoidectomy.
- Pediatric ENT: Doctors treat enlarged adenoids and tonsils in children to improve breathing and sleep.
- Sleep Medicine: Surgeons perform uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPFP) to treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
For patients with severe hearing impairment, the clinic offers cochlear implants and BAHA bone-anchored prostheses.
Diagnostic and Surgical Technologies
The clinic has a surgical block with five operating rooms and dedicated diagnostic spaces. Surgeons perform endoscopic sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis and septoplasty to correct deviated septums. Specialized rooms for microscopy, audiometry, and vestibular testing support precise surgical planning.
Advanced diagnostic services include:
- Video-laryngo-stroboscopy: Rigid endoscopes analyze vocal fold vibration to guide voice disorder treatment.
- Bera (PEATE): Brainstem evoked response audiometry evaluates auditory pathways in infants and adults.
- Polysomnography: A dedicated sleep lab conducts full-night testing with CPAP titration for apnea calibration.
- Endoscopy: Flexible and rigid optics allow detailed nasal and sinus examinations.
All surgical patients undergo a pre-anesthetic evaluation and risk assessment before any procedure.
Services for International Patients
Instituto de Otorrino has inpatient facilities, including private apartments and infirmaries. Private rooms feature air conditioning, minibars, and cable television. Each room also has space for an accompanying person.
Patient coordinators assist with documentation for surgical scheduling. They also help guide patients through the pre-operative process.
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Av. Afonso Pena, 2928, Bairro Cruzeiro, Belo Horizonte – MG, CEP 30130-007, Brazil
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