“CORRELATION OF SITE OF TYMPANIC MEMBRANE PERFORATION AND PURE TONE AUDIOMETRYâ€

Abstract

Background : Pure-tone audiometry can play an important role in predicting the severity of the 
hearing loss which will in turn reflect on the integrity of the tympano-ossicular system. It is a 
record that can be kept for future reference. This will help the surgeon in preoperative planning 
before middle ear surgeries. The patient can also be informed regarding their hearing status and 
counselled about the results of middle ear surgery. It also helps in assessing post-operative 
improvement.