Meniette DeviceSurgical ProcedureMeniette Device Indications for SurgeryMeniere’s Disease unresponsive to medical management. AnesthesiaTopical Surgical Time3 minutes Hospital AdmissionNo, clinic procudure Surgical ProcedureA tympanostomy tube (link) is place in the eardrum in clinic. The Meniette Device is used 3-5 times per day with the tympanostomy tube in place. The device creates a gentle pulse of pressure that is transmitted to the inner ear. In selected patients, the vertigo and some associated symptoms of Meniere’s Disease may be eliminated.
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