Myringotomy
A myringotomy, sometimes called by other names, is a surgical procedure in which a tiny incision is created in the eardrum (tympanic membrane) to relieve pressure caused by excessive buildup of fluid, or to drain pus from the middle ear. A tympanostomy tube is inserted into the eardrum to keep the middle ear aerated for a prolonged time and to prevent reaccumulation of fluid. Without the insertion of a tube, the incision usually heals spontaneously in two to three weeks. Depending on the type, the tube is either naturally extruded in 6 to 12 months or removed during a minor procedure.
Related Links:
Myringotomy: Background, Indications
Myringotomy (Ear tubes) | Boston Children’s Hospital
Bilateral Myringotomy and Tubes (BM-T) | Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh
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