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The middle ear is the part of the ear located between the outer ear and the inner ear. It consists of the eardrum (tympanic membrane) and three small bones called the ossicles (malleus, incus, and stapes). The middle ear is responsible for transmitting sound vibrations from the outer ear to the inner ear, where they are converted into electrical signals that are sent to the brain for processing. It also helps to regulate air pressure in the ear through the Eustachian tube. Problems with the middle ear, such as infections or damage to the eardrum or ossicles, can result in hearing loss or other auditory issues.
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Aug 27
Middle Ear
Anatomy:
- Located between the outer and inner ears, separated by the eardrum and oval window.
- Consists of three tiny bones: malleus (hammer), incus (anvil), and stapes (stirrup).
- Filled with air, connected to the nasopharynx via the Eustachian tube.
Function:
- Sound transmission:
- Sound waves transfer through the outer ear and vibrate the eardrum.
- The bones of the middle ear amplify and transmit these vibrations to the oval window of the inner ear.
- Protective functions:
- Eustachian tube: Equalizes pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere.
- Muscles: Contract to reduce sound transmission during loud noises (acoustic reflex).
Pathologies:
- Otitis media (middle ear infection): Inflammation or infection of the middle ear.
- Mastoiditis: Infection of the mastoid air cells, located behind the middle ear.
- Tympanosclerosis: Hardening of the middle ear structures due to chronic inflammation.
- Otosclerosis: Abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, blocking sound transmission.
Diagnostic Tools:
- Otoscope: Examines the ear canal and eardrum.
- Tympanometry: Measures the pressure and movement of the eardrum.
- Audiometry: Assesses hearing loss and identifies conductive hearing loss caused by middle ear problems.
Treatment:
- Antibiotics: For infections.
- Myringotomy: Surgical incision of the eardrum to drain fluid.
- Tubes: Small tubes inserted into the eardrum to equalize pressure and prevent fluid buildup.
- Surgery: For chronic or severe conditions (e.g., middle ear reconstruction).
Anatomy:
- Located between the outer and inner ears, separated by the eardrum and oval window.
- Consists of three tiny bones: malleus (hammer), incus (anvil), and stapes (stirrup).
- Filled with air, connected to the nasopharynx via the Eustachian tube.
Function:
- Sound transmission:
- Sound waves transfer through the outer ear and vibrate the eardrum.
- The bones of the middle ear amplify and transmit these vibrations to the oval window of the inner ear.
- Protective functions:
- Eustachian tube: Equalizes pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere.
- Muscles: Contract to reduce sound transmission during loud noises (acoustic reflex).
Pathologies:
- Otitis media (middle ear infection): Inflammation or infection of the middle ear.
- Mastoiditis: Infection of the mastoid air cells, located behind the middle ear.
- Tympanosclerosis: Hardening of the middle ear structures due to chronic inflammation.
- Otosclerosis: Abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, blocking sound transmission.
Diagnostic Tools:
- Otoscope: Examines the ear canal and eardrum.
- Tympanometry: Measures the pressure and movement of the eardrum.
- Audiometry: Assesses hearing loss and identifies conductive hearing loss caused by middle ear problems.
Treatment:
- Antibiotics: For infections.
- Myringotomy: Surgical incision of the eardrum to drain fluid.
- Tubes: Small tubes inserted into the eardrum to equalize pressure and prevent fluid buildup.
- Surgery: For chronic or severe conditions (e.g., middle ear reconstruction).
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