| abstract |
Device for measuring physical properties of the tympanic membrane (TM), comprising an elongated probe (12) with a distal end (15) for inspection of the ear, wherein a plurality of optical fibres is arranged in said elongated probe. Said first detector means (23) is designed for measuring the intensity of light reflected from the tympanic membrane.The device also comprises means for producing a pressure provocation of the tympanic membrane and means for analysing the mobility of the tympanic membrane during provocation. |