Introduction:
Background: Tympanoplasties have conventionally been performed through three primary techniques, namely post-aural, endaural, and permeatal approaches1. Although research has scrutinized auditory outcomes and closure rates of perforations, limited information is available about patient preferences and experiences specific to each distinct surgical approach2. This study offers insight into the patient viewpoints concerning the prevalent tympanoplasty approaches—per-meatal versus post-aural methods.
Objectives : Our study primarily seeks to capture patient’s experiential perspectives and opinions in relation to the contrasting per-meatal and post-aural techniques. This study encompasses patient perceptions of scar Vs scar-less surgical procedures, as well as any associated scar-related complications. Furthermore, we explore potential dissimilarities observed by patients in postoperative symptoms, particularly related to ear discharge and auditory function. Lastly, we examine variations in patients’ recovery times and their ability to resume work after undergoing each distinct surgical approach.