Downward Trend in Resident Myringotomy and Tympanostomy Tube Experience

CONCLUSIONS: Otologic surgeries are an important part of resident education and historically have served as one of the initial surgical training experiences for residents. There has been a significant reduction in the number of myringotomy and tympanostomy procedures performed by otolaryngology residents in the past decade. While multiple factors influence resident experience, it is possible that introduction of PCV13 has impacted resident exposure to myringotomy and tympanostomy tube placement. Resident proficiency with this procedure has likely not been affected by introduction of PCV13. Data should be reassessed in 5 years to determine if an impact of the PCV13 vaccine on resident training is evident.PMID:34553634 | DOI:10.1177/00034894211047478

Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology - September 23, 2021 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sarah M Dermody Stephanie Y Johng Mariel O Watkins Sonya Malekzadeh Jaeil Ahn Earl H Harley Source Type: research