The anterior hitch method of tympanic membrane repair
Scally, C.M.; Allen, L.; Kerr, A.G.
Ear Nose and Throat Journal 75(4): 244-247
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0145-5613 PMID: 8935648 Document Number: 459280
Anterior perforations of the tympanic membrane have been previously shown to have a higher failure rate than others following tympanoplasty procedures. A technique has been previously described utilizing an anterior hitch graft stabilization with avoidance of anterior blunting of the tympanic membrane. Follow-up cases in which this technique has been utilized show greatly improved results in terms of perforation closure.