TECA stands for total ear canal ablation and means complete removal of the ear canal, from the opening we see to the connection to the skull. This surgery is necessary and promotes immense pain relieve in cases of ear canal cancer and recurrent ear infections that are not responsive to medical therapy. Some cases of ear malformation would also benefit from this procedure. Ear canal removal fee at VSO is NOK 30 000,- and includes IV catheter, general anesthesia, pre- and post-op pain medication and collar which has to be used for 2 weeks, until suture removal. Not included in this fee is any follow up appointments as most clients choose to have these done at their local veterinarian.