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[Acute infectious mastoid complications in infancy]
V S Guillén Guerrero1, F Aguirre García, J L Gómez González
1Servicio O.R.L., Hospital Universitario de Salamanca.
Abstract:
The incidence of acute mastoiditis accounts for 0.004% of acute middle otitis. Nowadays there is a decrease of number of mastoiditis and its complications, but from time to time are seen outbreaks without logical explanation of facts. We report 4 clinical cases of acute mastoiditis complicated with subperiosteal abscess, in children between 8 and 23 month old, seen at our department during the last 3 years, three of them diagnosed in a 4-month term.
Insights
Acute mastoiditis, a complication of middle ear infections, is decreasing but occasional unexplained outbreaks occur. This study details four pediatric cases of acute mastoiditis with subperiosteal abscess, highlighting a concerning cluster within a short period.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Acute mastoiditis is a rare complication of acute otitis media, with an incidence of 0.004%.
- While generally declining, mastoiditis outbreaks can occur unpredictably.
Observation:
- Four pediatric cases of acute mastoiditis complicated by subperiosteal abscess were observed over three years.
- Three of these cases were diagnosed within a concentrated four-month period.
Findings:
- The cases involved children aged 8 to 23 months.
- The clustered occurrence suggests potential environmental or epidemiological factors warranting further investigation.
Implications:
- Understanding the drivers of these outbreaks is crucial for timely diagnosis and management of pediatric mastoiditis.
- Further research into the etiology of these clusters may improve prevention strategies for acute mastoiditis and its complications.