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Necrotizing external otitis treated with ciprofloxacin. A case report.

F Sabater1, J Mensa, J Doménech

  • 1Dept. of Otolaryngology, Hospital Clínic of Barcelona.

The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|July 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Necrotizing external otitis, a severe Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection, typically requires prolonged intravenous antibiotics. Oral ciprofloxacin offers a successful alternative treatment for this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Otolaryngology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Necrotizing external otitis is a severe Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection primarily affecting elderly diabetics and immunocompromised individuals.
  • Standard treatment involves prolonged parenteral administration of an aminoglycoside and an antipseudomonal beta-lactam antibiotic.
  • Therapy duration can extend for months to ensure complete disease resolution.

Observation:

  • This study reports a case of necrotizing external otitis.
  • The patient presented with symptoms indicative of this severe infection.

Findings:

  • Successful treatment of necrotizing external otitis was achieved using oral ciprofloxacin.
  • Ciprofloxacin, a quinolone with antipseudomonal activity, demonstrated efficacy in this case.

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Implications:

  • Oral ciprofloxacin presents a viable and potentially more convenient alternative to traditional intravenous therapies for necrotizing external otitis.
  • This finding may influence future treatment guidelines for this serious infection, particularly for patients who can tolerate oral medication.