Is myringotomy and tympanostomy the same?

Myringotomy is the primary procedure to resolve chronic ear infections. However, the surgeon may perform a companion procedure called tympanostomy. With tympanostomy, the surgeon inserts small tubes into the cut created by myringotomy. The tubes allow excess fluid to drain out of the middle ear.

What is the difference between tympanoplasty and Myringoplasty?

Myringoplasty refers to grafting of the tympanic membrane without inspection of the ossicular chain. Tympanoplasty entails grafting of the tym- panic membrane with inspection of ossicu- lar chain with/without reconstruction of the middle ear hearing mechanism.

When is tympanostomy used?

Tympanostomy tube insertion is the most common surgery in U.S. children. It is most often used to resolve persistent middle ear fluid, frequent ear infections, or ear infections that persist despite antibiotic treatment.

What myringotomy means?

Myringotomy is a surgical procedure of the eardrum or tympanic membrane. The procedure is performed by making a small incision with a myringotomy knife through the layers of tympanic membrane (see the image below).

Does myringotomy affect hearing?

Conclusions The incidence of sensorineural or conductive hearing loss after myringotomy and tube placement is negligible and the use of preoperative audiometric evaluation may be unnecessary in selected patients, but further studies need to be done to corroborate this small data set.

Is myringotomy painful for adults?

Does a Myringotomy Hurt? Anesthesia prevents pain during surgery. You may have minor pain after surgery. Your doctor can give you pain medication or recommend a nonprescription pain reliever to manage this discomfort.

What is another name for myringotomy?

Nomenclature. The words myringotomy, tympanotomy, tympanostomy, and tympanocentesis overlap in meaning. The first two are always synonymous, and the third is often used synonymously. The core idea with each is cutting a hole in the eardrum to allow fluid to pass through it.

When do you need A myringotomy and tympanostomy tube insertion?

This document addresses myringotomy and tympanostomy tube insertion, which are surgical procedures used to decompress and ventilate the middle ear when fluid builds up due to infection, trauma, or other conditions.

Is there an alternative to myringotomy with tube placement?

An alternative to myringotomy with tube placement is a new tympanostomy procedure by CO2 laser without ventilation tubes, (also called tympanolaserostomy or laser-assisted tympanostomy [LAT]). OtoLAM™(ESC Medical Systems, Needham, MA) is performed with a computer-driven laser and a video monitor to pinpoint the exact location for the hole.

What is the medical term for a tympanostomy tube?

Tympanostomy tubes are also known by other terms, including grommet, T-tube, ear tube, pressure equalization (PE) tube, vent, or myringotomy tube. The use of combined myringotomy and tympanostomy tube insertion is considered medically necessary for individuals who meet any of the following criteria:

What does it mean to have a myringotomy?

According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS), myringotomy is defined as a surgical procedure in which a small incision is made in the tympanic membrane (ear drum) for the purpose of draining fluid or providing short-term ventilation.