Successful tympanoplasty

What does "Successful tympanoplasty" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A successful tympanoplasty refers to a surgical procedure that has effectively repaired a person's eardrum or middle ear's sound-conducting bones. This operation is typically done to fix hearing problems caused by chronic ear infections or injury. After a successful tympanoplasty, the patient usually experiences improved hearing and a decrease or elimination of ear infections. The term "successful" indicates that the surgery achieved its intended goals without complications.

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