tympanostomy

tympanostomy
A myringotomy (incision in the eardrum or tympanic membrane).

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  • Myringotomy — A surgically placed tiny incision in the eardrum. Any fluid behind the eardrum can then drain and usually thickened secretions can be removed. A small plastic ear tube (a tympanostomy tube) is often inserted into the eardrum to keep the middle… …   Medical dictionary

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