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EUSTACHIAN TUBOPLASTY PROCEDURES IN WESLEY CHAPEL, FL
Scotch Institute of Ear Nose & Throat in Wesley Chapel, Florida, is proud to perform Eustachian tuboplasty procedures using the advanced Acclarent Aera® Eustachian tube balloon dilation system.
This innovative technology allows Dr. Brett Scotch – our board-certified otolaryngologist – to address persistent Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) without perforating the ear drum or disturbing the natural anatomy of the middle ear. If you are an adult with ETD that frequently recurs or does not respond to medications, visit us today to learn about your treatment options.
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What Causes Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Let’s review the definition of ETD and what causes this condition.
The Eustachian tube is a thin passageway that connects the back of the nose to the middle ear, helping to provide drainage, ventilation, and protection from disease. It remains closed but opens during chewing, swallowing, and yawning actions. A patient with ETD has a Eustachian tube that does not open properly, which may allow pressure and drainage to build in the middle ear and trigger unpleasant symptoms.
The Acclarent Aera® Eustachian tube balloon dilation system is a first-of-its kind technology that goes beyond treating the symptoms of ETD by directly addressing their source. This procedure, which involves gently inserting a thin instrument through the nostril and into the affected Eustachian tube, is performed by Dr. Scotch right here in our Wesley Chapel, FL, office. Once fully inserted, a tiny deflated balloon located on the end of this instrument is slowly inflated, helping to open up the Eustachian tube and allow it to drain properly. After the shape of the Eustachian tube is restored, the instrument is deflated and removed.
