Insertion of a tube through the eardrum to drain the middle ear is called:

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The procedure described is commonly known as a tympanostomy, which involves inserting a tube through the eardrum to drain fluid from the middle ear. Myringotomy (A) also involves making an incision in the eardrum, but without inserting a tube. Myringorrhexis (C) refers to a tear in the eardrum, while labyrinthotomy (D) involves making an incision in the inner ear. Tympanoplasty (E) is a surgical procedure to repair the eardrum or middle ear bones, and does not involve inserting a drainage tube.

Insertion of a Tube Through the Eardrum to Drain the Middle