Children's Hospital of Wisconsin 9000 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53226 414. Vaccinations for certain ear infections are showing great promise and are just being introduced into use. Some children and occasionally adults, have so many ear infections that an alternate route is needed for the air to get into the middle ear to prevent the fluid from developing that can lead to the ear infections.
Air can enter the middle ear through the ventilation tube.
The tube usually stays in place for 12-18 months and then is gradually pushed out of the eardrum during healing. The question and answer provided here are for general information purposes only. This information is not meant to be taken as a medical diagnosis or suggested treatment. Your medical doctor should be consulted regarding any health concerns you may have.