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Chronic suppurative otitis media in school going children
P T Wakode1, S V Joshi, S H Gawarle
1Head Dept. of ENT, I.G.M.C., Nagpur.
Summary
Chronic suppurative otitis media affects 3% of school children in Yavatmal city, particularly those from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Acute otitis media incidence was 1.3%, highlighting the need for further research and data collection.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Otitis media poses significant morbidity and mortality challenges for healthcare systems globally.
- Understanding the prevalence of otitis media in specific populations is crucial for effective public health management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence and incidence of otitis media among school-going children in Yavatmal city.
- To identify potential associations between chronic suppurative otitis media and socioeconomic status or adenoid hypertrophy.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 4104 school students in Yavatmal city.
- Data on otitis media diagnosis, socioeconomic status, and presence of adenoid hypertrophy were collected.
Main Results:
- The overall prevalence of chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) was found to be 3%.
- The incidence of acute otitis media (AOM) was 1.3%.
- CSOM was more prevalent in students from lower socioeconomic strata, with a statistically significant association with adenoid hypertrophy.
Conclusions:
- Otitis media represents a considerable public health issue among school children in Yavatmal.
- Low socioeconomic status and adenoid hypertrophy are significant risk factors for CSOM in this population.
- Further nationwide studies are recommended to gather comprehensive data for healthcare system planning.
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