Postoperative Infection in Myringoplasty: Impact of Surgical Technique and Timing of Infection

Our findings suggest that prophylactic antibiotic type, perforation size, the use of topical erythromycin cream, and EAC packing do not significantly influence postoperative infection. However, the surgical technique may affect the risk of postoperative infection. In addition, the timing of postoperative infection may influence graft failure.