In-Office Paper Patch Placement for Tympanic Membrane Perforation

Otology & Neurotology 2026

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Authors: Yalda Yazdani, Karen Tawk, Abigail I Dichter, Najva Mazhari, Mehdi Abouzari, Hamid Reza Djalilian
DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000004836
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References: 17

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of office-based paper patch myringoplasty in closing chronic tympanic membrane (TM) perforations and identify prognostic factors influencing closure outcomes. STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective chart review between 2016 and 2022. SETTING: Tertiary neurotology clinic. PATIENTS: A total of 161 patients with 204 chronic (>6 mo), dry, and small (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ear Surgery and Otitis Media Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques Ear and Head Tumors

Publication details

Journal / source
Otology & Neurotology
Volume
47
Issue
4
Pages
611–615
Publication date
23 February 2026
Language
EN