ISSN:
1741-0444
Keywords:
Acoustic impedance
;
Acoustic transmission line
;
Middle-ear pressure
;
Tympanic membrane
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Chemistry and Pharmacology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A simple inexpensive electroacoustic instrument utilising the transforming properties of a half-wavelength acoustic transmission line has been developed for performing a simple screening test of the middle-ear pressure. This device monitors changes in the magnitude of the acoustic impedance of the tympanic membrane as the pressure difference across it is varied. A 25 db h.l. hearing test at 4 kHz is also included.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF02442713