Tympanometry: A Comprehensive Guide To Detecting Middle Ear Disorders
Tympanometry, a non-invasive test, evaluates middle ear pressure dynamics by measuring the ear canal’s acoustic impedance. Type A tympanograms indicate normalcy, while Type B suggests negative pressure due to Eustachian tube dysfunction or effusion. Type C signals positive pressure often associated with otitis media. Flat tympanograms indicate perforation, and perforated tympanograms show disruptions to the…