Surgery 101

412. Tympanic Membrane Perforations

Aug 14, 2024 · 16 min · 24.6 MB
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Welcome to this episode of Surgery 101 where we will learn the basics of tympanic membrane perforations.

After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:

1. Describe the anatomy relevant to a tympanic membrane perforation.

2. List the mechanisms by which a tympanic membrane perforation can occur.

3. Gather pertinent positives on history and physical exam for a patient presenting with a suspected tympanic membrane perforation.

4. Recognize signs of an emergent presentation.

5. Outline treatment options for a tympanic membrane perforation including surgery.