Key Points
- Results of ossiculoplasty via trans-canal endoscopic (TEES)
route is comparable to that of the traditional microscopic approach
- There was no difference in complications or secondary outcomes
such as tympanic membrane residual perforation or ear discharge
between these groups
- Both groups achieved an air-bone gap of less than 20dB in more
than 70% of the cases
- In our experience there was no difference in outcomes based on
ossiculoplasty material such as cartilage, titanium prosthesis or
autologous grafts such as incus.
- Eroded stapes superstructure does not preclude getting
improvements in ABG of less than 20dB, but larger studies with longer
follow-ups might be useful.