Tympanic membrane grafting, underlay periosteal versus inlay cartilage grafts: a comparative study

Abstract

Inlay cartilage myringoplasty has gained consensus by many surgeons for the repair of tympanic membrane erforations through a transcanal approach.4 It provides several practical advantages, for example, no support through external auditory canal packing or middle ear is required as the graft has good stability. Postoperatively patient comfort is enhanced, and the operation has less expenditure because of contracted operative and recovery time.5