Persistent Middle Ear Rattling After Stapedius and Tensor Tympani Removal

[AnxiousJon]

I had my stapedius and tensor tympani muscles removed, but something else is still pulling on my Eustachian tube, causing the middle ear bones to rattle. There is also significant muscle tension in the area, which alters sound intensity as the surrounding muscles shift to counter it. The rhythm of the rattling changes in response to external sounds. My eardrum also has a constant, low rumble.

If the tensor veli palatini is the cause, are there any surgeons who would consider removing it? I understand this would be a drastic procedure with serious consequences.