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Tympanic Membrane Repair and Hearing Restoration (Tympanoplasty)

Tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure performed to repair perforations or tears in the eardrum.

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What is Tympanoplasty?

Tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure performed to repair perforations or tears in the eardrum (tympanic membrane). This surgery is performed on individuals with a persistent hole or tear in the eardrum to correct hearing loss and prevent recurrent ear infections.

Common Purposes of Tympanoplasty:

  1. Eardrum Repair: A hole or tear in the eardrum can lead to hearing loss and increase the risk of infection. Tympanoplasty repairs this perforation, restoring the normal function of the eardrum.
  2. Hearing Improvement: Repairing the eardrum helps restore sound transmission to the hearing bones in the middle ear, aiding in correcting hearing loss.
  3. Prevention of Infections: A hole in the eardrum allows bacteria to enter the middle ear, causing infections. Tympanoplasty closes this hole, reducing the risk of infection.

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon uses tissue from another part of the body (typically fascia tissue) to close the eardrum hole. The procedure is generally successful, and most patients regain normal hearing function after the recovery process.

Candidates for Tympanoplasty

  • Individuals with Chronic Ear Infections: Recurring or prolonged ear infections can cause the eardrum to tear, making tympanoplasty necessary.
  • People with Perforated or Torn Eardrums: Individuals whose eardrums are perforated or torn due to injury, infection, or other reasons may undergo tympanoplasty to correct hearing loss and reduce infection risk.

 

  • Those with Hearing Loss: Structural issues in the eardrum or middle ear may cause hearing loss, and tympanoplasty can be performed to address this loss.
  • Individuals with Chronic Otitis Media: Those experiencing persistent fluid buildup or chronic inflammation in the middle ear may be candidates for tympanoplasty to repair the damage caused by these conditions.
  • Patients with Middle Ear Ossicle Damage: When the ossicles (hearing bones) in the middle ear are damaged or not functioning, tympanoplasty can be performed to address these issues.

How is Tympanoplasty Performed?

Tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure performed to repair holes or tears in the eardrum. The general steps are as follows:

Pre-Surgical Preparation:

  1. Evaluation and Planning: Before surgery, the doctor performs hearing tests to assess the extent of eardrum damage and any other possible issues in the middle ear.
  2. Anesthesia: The procedure is generally performed under general anesthesia, ensuring the patient is fully asleep during surgery. In some cases, local anesthesia may be used.

Surgical Stages:

1. Surgical Access

  • The surgeon usually makes an incision either through the ear canal or behind the ear to reach the eardrum.
  • An incision through the ear canal provides direct access to the eardrum for a minimally invasive approach.
  • An incision behind the ear creates a larger surgical field, allowing the surgeon to access the ossicles if needed.
2. Eardrum Repair:

  • The surgeon typically uses a thin layer of tissue taken from another part of the body (usually fascia tissue) to cover the hole in the eardrum.
  • Once the tissue is in place, gelatin sponges or absorbable materials may be used to support the repair and hold it in position.
3. Procedures in the Middle Ear:
  • If necessary, the surgeon can adjust or repair the ossicles to improve sound transmission to the inner ear.

4. Closure and Dressing
  • At the end of the surgery, a protective dressing or packing is placed in the ear canal to help secure the tissue graft during healing.
  • If an incision was made behind the ear, it is closed with stitches.
Post-Surgery:
  1. Recovery Process: After surgery, a feeling of fullness, mild pain, or dizziness in the ear is common. These symptoms generally diminish within a few days.
  2. Packing Removal: The packing in the ear canal is usually removed about one week post-surgery.
  3. Hearing Evaluation: A few weeks after surgery, hearing tests are performed to evaluate the success of the operation.

Tympanoplasty aids in restoring hearing by repairing the eardrum and preventing recurrent ear infections. The success rate of the procedure is high, though, as with any surgery, there are potential risks and complications. Therefore, discussing all details and possible outcomes with your doctor before surgery is essential.

Frequently Asked Questions About Eardrum Repair and Hearing Restoration (Tympanoplasty):

How long does the surgery take?

Tympanoplasty usually takes 1-2 hours, though the duration can vary depending on the surgeon’s technique and the size of the perforation.

After surgery, a packing is placed in the ear canal, which is usually removed within a week. Mild pain, dizziness, or a feeling of fullness in the ear is normal during the recovery period.

Hearing improvement typically begins a few weeks after surgery, but full recovery and hearing evaluation usually require waiting 2-3 months.

As with any surgery, there are some risks associated with tympanoplasty, including infection, hearing loss, facial nerve damage, dizziness, and unsuccessful outcomes. However, these risks are generally low.

Most patients can resume light activities a few days after surgery. Full recovery takes about 2-4 weeks, during which strenuous physical activities should be avoided.

After surgery, avoid water in the ear to prevent infections. Use protective earplugs when bathing, and follow your doctor’s recommended ear care instructions.

Nadiren, eğer kulak zarı tam olarak iyileşmez veya tekrar yırtılırsa ikinci bir timpanoplasti ameliyatı gerekebilir. Düzenli kontroller bu durumun tespit edilmesi için önemlidir.

Yes, dizziness is possible after surgery. It is usually temporary and decreases within a few days.

There is a risk of infection after surgery, but following your doctor’s instructions for antibiotics and aftercare can help minimize this risk.

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13 April 2025

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Anesthesia Type: General

Operation Time: 2-3 Hours

Pain: Mild

Length of hospital stay: 1 night

Recovery Time 7 days

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