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Trans-Tympanic Drug Delivery for the Treatment of Ototoxicity
Published on: March 16, 2018
[Intratympanic Drug Application - Indication and Procedure]
Abstract:
Neurootologic disorders of the inner ear associated with symptoms such as tinnitus, vertigo, and hearing loss are common and often cause significant distress to affected patients. Treatment options are usually limited. There are now some indications for which intratympanic drug application is a possible treatment option. Intratympanic drug administration is a simple, inexpensive therapy option with few side effects that can be used on an outpatient basis. Therefore, it should not be disregarded when indicated.
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