About Myringoplasty (Ear Drum Repair)
A perforated ear drum may result from infection or injury, causing ear discharge, recurrent infection and hearing loss. Myringoplasty repairs the hole using a graft from the patient's own tissue.
Hearing assessment is done before and after surgery.
Also known as: Tympanoplasty, ear drum surgery
Who is it recommended for?
Your doctor may recommend this if you have:
- Perforated ear drum
- Recurrent ear discharge
- Conductive hearing loss due to perforation
How is it done at AKG Hospital?
- Evaluation Ear examination and audiometry.
- Anaesthesia Local or general anaesthesia.
- Repair A graft is placed to close the perforation.
- Healing Ear packing removed at follow-up.
How to prepare
- Ear should be dry before surgery
Recovery & aftercare
Keep water out of the ear and avoid forceful nose blowing until healed.
Benefits
- Stops ear discharge
- May improve hearing
- Allows safe water exposure after healing
Risks & when to seek help
Graft failure, infection and dizziness are possible but uncommon.
Frequently asked questions
Will my hearing improve?
Hearing often improves when the perforation was the cause of hearing loss.
This page gives general information to help you understand Myringoplasty (Ear Drum Repair). It does not replace a consultation — your doctor will advise what is right for you.
