Ear surgery, also known as otologic surgery, involves procedures to treat various ear conditions. Common reasons for ear surgery include chronic ear infections, hearing loss, and structural issues like ear canal malformations or tympanic membrane perforations. The surgery aims to restore hearing, alleviate pain, and prevent further complications. There are different types of ear surgeries, such as tympanoplasty, which repairs the eardrum, and mastoidectomy, which removes infected bone behind the ear. These procedures are typically performed by an otolaryngologist, a specialist in ear, nose, and throat disorders, and can significantly improve a patient's quality of life.