Tensor tympani syndrome (TTS), or tensor tympani myoclonus, is a rare condition characterized by objective pulsatile tinnitus. Pulsatile tinnitus refers to the perception of rhythmic sounds synchronizing with the heartbeat. The involuntary contraction of the tensor tympani muscle, a unique striated muscle in the middle ear innervated by the mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve, causes TTS. This muscle plays a crucial role in various auditory processes, including regulating the movement of the eustachian tube and stiffening the tympanic membrane to dampen sound transmission in response to high-intensity sounds. This comprehensive continuing education course discusses the evaluation and management of tensor tympani syndrome. The course discusses the underlying pathophysiology and clinical manifestations and the importance of an interprofessional healthcare approach in providing well-coordinated care and improved patient outcomes. Understanding TTS and its management is vital, given its potential impact on a patient’s auditory experience and overall quality of life.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/32957
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Clinical Pathology, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Otology, Pediatric Otolaryngology