Eardrum repair
Definition
Eardrum repair refers to one or more surgical procedures that are done to correct a tear or other damage to the eardrum (tympanic membrane).
Eardrum repair
Alternate Names : Tympanoplasty, Ossiculoplasty, Ossicular reconstruction
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Eardrum Repair
Overview & Description
Preparation & Expectations
Home Care and Complications
Attribution ...
Eardrum repair is performed for three problems. These include:
a hole in the eardrum, called a perforation
calcium deposits
a deformity known as a retraction pocket ...
Eardrum repair - series
Reviewed last on: 7/15/2008
Alan Lipkin, MD, Otolargyngologist, private practice, Denver, CO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Eardrum repair
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The hearing loss may not be treatable. The goal of treatment is to protect the ear from further damage. Eardrum repair may be needed.
A hearing aid may help you communicate. You can learn coping skills, such as lip reading.
 See also: Surgery, Emergencies, Emergency, Injury, Symptom
  
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