Myringectomy

History of the emergence and development of myringotomy. (the same thing - myringotomy) **Surgery to remove the eardrum** is a surgical operation consisting of complete or partial removal of the eardrum. Sometimes this operation is also called "tympanostomy". This is due to the fact that when performing myringostomy, it is necessary to open the tympanic cavity, although in a much smaller volume than with tympanotomy and tympanompastia, and if there is a need to subsequently stop communication between the middle ear and the external environment, the eardrum may not be completely removed, but only partially “cut”, and then sutured the incision in an open manner under the tympanic bone. Myringotomy is usually performed under local anesthesia without prior toileting of the nasal cavity; bone dissection is performed with a special raspatory or elevator. In the postoperative period, after drying the ear canal, a cotton or gauze swab is inserted into the ear and a tight pressure bandage is applied, and a sprung roller is installed for the patient. The operation is performed under local anesthesia; It is used as an independent method of treatment and as a preliminary manipulation before a full-fledged operation - bypassing the tympanic cavity through the little toe. Postoperative care involves careful monitoring of the ear cavity to avoid infection. The ear cavity must be kept clean and dry. If exudate forms in the middle ear, suction should be installed. Typically, a bypass kit is used for this.