A tympanostomy tube (also known as a myringotomy tube, ventilation tube, pressure equalizing tube, and grommet) connects the middle ear to the external ear. In children, this is often used to manage patients with frequent middle ear effusions or infections. In adults, this is sometimes used to manage Eustachian tube dysfunction.

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Tympanostomy Tube

  • Marcello Cherchi

摘要

A tympanostomy tube (also known as a myringotomy tube, ventilation tube, pressure equalizing tube, and grommet) connects the middle ear to the external ear. In children, this is often used to manage patients with frequent middle ear effusions or infections. In adults, this is sometimes used to manage Eustachian tube dysfunction.