Jove
Visualize
Contact Us

Related Experiment Videos

Classification of middle ear effusions.

B H Senturia

    The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
    |March 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Standardizing terminology for middle ear effusion is crucial for advancing research and clinical understanding of these common diseases. Suggested terms include serous, mucoid, and purulent effusion, guiding further classification by specific findings.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Aero-otitis externa (a syndrome resulting from the use of earplugs in flight).

    The Laryngoscope·2010
    Same author

    Penicillin therapy in external otitis.

    The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology·2010
    Same author

    The use of streptomycin in the treatment of diffuse external otitis.

    The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology·2010
    Same author

    Treatment of external otitis; the use of vehicles and antibiotics in the external auditory canal; in vitro studies.

    The Laryngoscope·2010
    Same author

    Some long-term results of therapy in otolaryngology.

    The Laryngoscope·1982
    Same author

    Moses Hyman Lurie, Md; 1893-1979.

    The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology·1979
    JoVE
    x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
    ABOUT JoVE
    OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
    AUTHORS
    Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
    LIBRARIANS
    TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
    RESEARCH
    JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
    EDUCATION
    JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
    Terms & Conditions of Use
    Privacy Policy
    Policies

    Area of Science:

    • Otolaryngology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Middle ear effusion is a widespread condition requiring clear communication.
    • Current terminology lacks standardization, hindering scientific and clinical information exchange.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose standardized terminology for classifying middle ear effusions.
    • To facilitate progress in understanding and managing middle ear diseases.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing terminology for middle ear effusions.
    • Proposal of a general term and specific categories based on fluid characteristics.

    Main Results:

    • The general term 'middle ear effusion' is recommended.
    • Specific categories suggested: serous, mucoid, and purulent effusion.
    • Further classification should incorporate clinical, cytologic, bacteriologic, histopathologic, and chemical findings.

    Conclusions:

    • Standardized terminology for middle ear effusion is essential for scientific and clinical progress.
    • The proposed classification aids in consistent diagnosis and research.
    • Accurate classification supports efforts to understand and eradicate middle ear diseases.

    Related Experiment Videos