Otoendoscopic Repair of Traumatic Perforation of Tympanic Membrane.

ABSTRACT

Background: To assess the closure rates and time required for closure traumatic perforation of tympanic membrane using otoendoscopes and compare with existing data. Methods: Seven patients of slap trauma leading to perforation of Pars Tensa of Tympanic Membrane divided into type A with no loss of TM surface area and type B with definite loss of TM surface area. Edge approximation and gel foam reinforcement for type A and gel foam packing and paper patch reinforcement for type B perforation was done. Results: Both groups had better rates of closer and less time required for closure than the reported data. Group A had excellent healing. Conclusion: Using otoendoscopes and intervening in traumatic perforation cases has beneficial effects.