“Swinging door” technique of tympanomeatal flap incision-elevation in type I tympanoplasty: observations, outcomes and the outlook

Abstract

Tympanoplasty Type 1 is a surgical procedure aimed at repairing tympanic membrane perforations. The swinging door technique for raising the tympanomeatal flap has gained popularity due to its potential advantages, including reduced trauma to the ear canal and improved postoperative outcomes. This paper presents a retrospective analysis of 25 patients who underwent Type 1 Tympanoplasty using the swinging door technique with a single 9 o'clock /3 o’clock incision. The study evaluates the surgical success rates, audiological outcomes, and complications associated with this modified approach.