As a result of infections of the middle ear, the tympanic membrane (ear drum) commonly develops defect (perforation) Additionally, the middle ear cavity may harbor further disease-causing erosion of
To prevent recurrent ear discharge and improve hearing, surgical repair is often required. Depending on the extent of the disease, it will be the closure of perforation in the tympanic membrane (Myringoplasty), clearance of middle ear disease (Tympanoplasty), and restoration of the ossicular chain (ossiculoplasty)