Hi, I had an history of ear surgery (cholesteatoma) in kne of my ear. Recently performed impedance test and it is reported that "Seal Could not be obtained" in that particular ear. What does it mean? Anything serious? PTA is 70 dbhl in that ear. Please advise.
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When was the surgery done?
Any hard of hearing?
Because of the cavity the seal would have not been obtained (seal is complete sealing of the probe without air leak)
Kindly donot worry take consultation or visit the operated surgeon
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