Retraction of tympanic membrane touching the promontory. It is called ?: (A) Mild retraction, (B) Severe retraction, (C) Atelectasis, (D) Adhesive otitis
Answer is C. Ans. is 'c' i.e., Atelectasis Tympanic membrane retraction The retracted segment of eardrum is often known as a retraction pocket. The terms "atelectasis" or sometimes "adhesive otitis media" can be used to describe retraction of a large area of the pars tensa.