Procedure   A small incision is then made in the front portion of the eardrum. This is called a myringotomy. A small suction device is used to remove any fluid that has collected in the middle ear space. The incision is made in the front portion of the eardrum to avoid injury to the ossicles within the middle ear.   Page 5 of 10 < back                                              next >

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