Saturday, November 1, 2008

Grommet


The surgical procedure for placing tubes in the ears has become one of the most commonly performed operations of any kinds.  The procedure is a simple one.  A tiny tube, with a collar on both ends, is slipped through a tiny incision in the eardrum.  "This pressure-equalization (PE) tube provides a temporary, extra Eustachian tube which can help in several ways."  The procedure has been widespread use since 1954, and is very safe -- probably safer than driving to the hospital for the surgery.

www.drgreene.com

So Milo is having surgery on Thursday.


2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Good luck little guy! I hope he doesn't cry too much.

Kristi said...

McKenzie has had two sets of tubes placed in her ears, and had her adenoids removed when the second set was placed. You probably know that Laura had ear tubes, as well. It's pretty common. He's in our prayers. I'm sure he'll do well!