Tympanoplasty

The surgical duration of tympanoplasty varies according to the type and severity of the condition. The OT time of tympanoplasty is usually between 30 minutes to 1 hour. However, it also depends on the surgical experience of the ENT surgeon.

No, tympanoplasty surgery is not painful since it is done under local or general anaesthesia. The patient is sedated throughout the procedure and does not feel any pain or discomfort. However, as the effects of anaesthesia fade away, there may be slight discomfort or pain around the site of the incision.

ENT surgeon specialises in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the ear, nose and throat. Therefore, in case you are planning to undergo tympanoplasty, get in touch with an ENT surgeon. Call us to book an appointment with some of the best ENT specialists in Kolkata for an effective eardrum repair surgery.

Recovery time after tympanoplasty usually varies depending on the medical health of the patient. However, it usually takes 10 to 14 days to recover after the procedure if the patient is following post-operative tips.

Tympanoplasty is a safe and effective procedure to treat perforation in the ear. However, there are rare chances of complications depending on the severity of the perforation. Tympanoplasty complications include - 

• Graft failure
• Abnormal bleeding from the ear 
• Nausea & vomiting
• Severe ear pain, or pain more than seven days after surgery 
• Excessive drainage 
• Swelling or drainage from the incision site 
• Dizziness that lasts more than a week
• Decreased movement of the face

Myringoplasty or type I tympanoplasty is performed only on the tympanic membrane, without manipulating the middle ear or the ossicles. On the other hand, tympanoplasty involves the eradication of the obstruction from the middle ear and the repair of the perforated tympanic membrane for improved hearing.