Ear Tubes (Tympanostomy): Definition & Procedure

Tympanostomy is a surgical procedure to place ear tubes. Ear tubes are recommended for children and adults who have chronic fluid buildup behind their eardrums.

Ear tube insertion Information

Myringotomy: Background, Indications

Clinical Practice Guideline: Tympanostomy Tubes in Children (Update) - Richard M. Rosenfeld, David E. Tunkel, Seth R. Schwartz, Samantha Anne, Charles E. Bishop, Daniel C. Chelius, Jesse Hackell, Lisa L. Hunter, Kristina

Ear Tube (Tympanostomy) Procedure

Figure: Myringotomy: Treating Recurring Ear Infections - MSD Manual Consumer Version

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Myringotomy: Background, Indications

Ear Tube Surgery (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth

Patulous Eustachian Tube: Symptoms, Causes, and Treament

Ear Tube Surgery - WellSpan Health Library

Tympanostomy tubes - Mayo Clinic

Ear, Nose & Throat, The Ear Institute of Texas