Often the first exam during an audiology appointment, otoscopy is a non-invasive medical procedure used to examine the external ear canal and the eardrum (tympanic membrane). It involves the use of an otoscope, a handheld device equipped with a light source and magnifying lens. This tool allows hearing healthcare professionals to visualize the structures of the ear and identify any abnormalities.
Otoscopy Software Module
Examine the External Ear Canal and the Eardrum with Otoscopy
What Are the Benefits of Otoscopy?
Patient Education
As otoscopy should be completed before earphones or tympanometry probes are placed in the ear, it can shape a patient's initial perception of their hearing healthcare provider. This quick exam serves as a tool to facilitate meaningful conversations with patients regarding their hearing health.
Non-invasive Examination
Otoscopy, a procedure that usually takes mere seconds, gives providers insight into their patients' ear canal and tympanic membrane health. A myriad of conditions, such as cerumen impaction, exotoses, and even fluid in the ear, can be visualized with otoscopy.
Ensure Validity of Other Examinations
Other audiological examinations such as pure tone audiometry and tympanometry rely on clear ear canals. Otoscopy should always be performed before these assessments to ensure the ear canal is clear of excessive cerumen, dry skin, or foreign bodies as any of these would affect the validity of your results.
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