| However, this resolution frequently required myringotomy or followed spontaneous perforation of the tympanic membrane. |
| The most common cause of the type B tracing is decreased mobility of the tympanic membrane secondary to middle ear fluid. |
| Swabbing a specimen should only be performed if the tympanic membrane has ruptured. |
| In the region of the ear, the tympanic bone is semicircular, and the petrosal is massive and only loosely bound to the basicranium. |
| A slip may be given to the tympanic bone, stylomandibular ligament, or mandible at its angle. |
| The jugular process is enlarged and the tympanic projection is extended anteriorly from the ventral surface of the tympanic bulla. |
