Abstract:ObjectiveTo explore the feasibility and effect of repairing large tympanic perforation with allogenic dermal matrix under otoendoscope.MethodsClinical data of 45 patients with large tympanic membrane perforation were analyzed retrospectively. The tympanomeatal flap was elevated through the external auditory canal approach under otoendoscope, and the tympanic membrane was repaired with allogenic dermal matrix by underlay technique. All patients underwent preoperative endoscopic and audiological examinations, those with middle ear infection history received CT examination.ResultsAll the patients were followed up of 6 months to 2 years postoperatively, and the healing rate of tympanic perforation was 91% at 3 months after operation. The mean audiometric airbone gap (ABG) at language frequencies was (31.23±1.52) dB before operation, and that at 3 months after operation was (13.07±2.00) dB. The difference was statistically significant (t=8.09,P<0.00).ConclusionRepair of large tympanic perforation with allogenic dermal matrix under otoendoscope has the characteristics of minimal invasion, no incision on the body surface and high healing rate.