Well, I hope you understand that I am not questionning deaf peoples ability to drive, fly or cross the road. That has nothing to do with deafness.
My responce is valid for all people. Deaf and hearing.
If you do not take surgery because there's a risk of dying, then, because of the risks attatched to driving, you should not drive....
Look at all the deaths on the road due to car accidents. And still, you get in the car, you take your children and loved ones in the car.... accepting the risk. A risk, probably bigger than having a surgery....
Why are you doing that??