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Tympanostomy tubes: experience with removal

M J Cunningham1, R D Eavey, J H Krouse

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston 02114.

The Laryngoscope
|June 1, 1993
PubMed
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Tympanostomy tube removal indications are often unclear. This study reviewed 131 operative removals, finding chronic otorrhea, granuloma, blockage, or migration as key surgical reasons, while physician judgment also played a role.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Otology
  • Surgical Outcomes

Background:

  • Clinical indications for tympanostomy tube placement are well-established.
  • Indications for operative tympanostomy tube removal are not clearly defined.
  • Tympanostomy tubes are common in pediatric otologic practice.