
Tympanoplasty is recommended when there is a long-standing hole in the eardrum that does not heal on its own. This problem often develops because of repeated ear infections, injury to the ear, or previous ear surgery. People usually visit a doctor with complaints such as reduced hearing, discharge from the ear, repeated infections, or occasional pain. The ENT specialist examines the ear using an otoscope to clearly see the perforation. Hearing tests are commonly advised to check how much hearing has been affected and to assess the condition of the middle ear. In certain cases, a CT scan may be suggested if there is a suspicion of deeper infection or other complications.

Tympanoplasty is a surgical operation done to close the hole in the eardrum and improve hearing. It is performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the case and the patient’s condition. During the surgery, the doctor takes a small piece of tissue, usually from behind the ear, and uses it as a graft to cover the perforation. The procedure may be done through the ear canal or through a small cut made behind the ear. After placing the graft properly, the ear is packed with dressing to support healing. Most patients are discharged the same day, and recovery takes a few weeks, with gradual improvement in hearing.
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At Pristyn Care, we provide advanced tympanoplasty surgery without any facial scarring to restore hearing ability without any complications.
At Pristyn Care, we have ENT surgeons with 8-10 years of experience in performing advanced Tympanoplasty surgery with successful results.
Tympanoplasty surgery at Pristyn Care has a success rate of over 95%, thanks to our advanced treatment facilities, expert surgeons, and state-of-the-art treatment centers.
At Pristyn Care, you can avail pre and postoperative consultations along with diagnostic endoscopy for diagnostic confirmation and treatment planning. You will also receive follow-up checkups with your ENT surgeon after surgery.
Complete recovery after a tympanoplasty takes 2-3 months. The stitches are removed about a week after the surgery, and you can return to your usual activities within 2 weeks of the surgery. However, you may experience slight tinnitus and muffled hearing for a while.
After the surgery, you should avoid the following to improve recovery:
You should avoid any strain or pressure in the region to ensure there are no problems during your recovery period.
At home, you can follow the given tips to improve your recovery after a tympanoplasty:
Pristyn Care is associated with the best ENT hospitals in Satara. Additionally, it has a dedicated team of expert and experienced ENT specialists with 15+ years of experience working hard to provide successful treatment to all patients. Some other benefits that we provide to our patients are-
At Pristyn Care, we have a team of highly experienced and qualified doctors who specialize in providing advanced treatments with a patient-first approach.
The most common reasons behind hearing problems that can lead to permanent hearing loss are damage/dysfunction of the eustachian tube, recurring ear infections, tympanic membrane perforation, cholesteatoma, etc.
Tympanoplasty can be performed under either general or local anesthesia and is normally minimal pain. There may be mild pain and discomfort for the first 24 hours after the surgery. This pain may last for an entire week in severe cases.
No. Generally, hearing problems do not recur after a tympanoplasty. However, in rare cases, the patient may experience some loss of hearing if there is extensive scarring in the tissues surrounding the tympanum.
Yes, like most other ENT procedures, tympanoplasty is covered by most major insurance providers. If you have any doubts regarding the terms of your insurance policy, you can contact your insurance provider for further details or get in touch with the insurance team at Pristyn Care.