Related Experiment Videos
Antibiotic treatment of secretory otitis media assessed by impedence audiometry
The New Zealand Medical Journal
|September 24, 1975
Abstract:
Impedence audiometry was used to assess the response to treatment with antibiotics of children with secretory otitis media. Only ears with pressure at maximum compliance of less than --150mm water were included. There was a significant improvement with Bactrim, ampicillin and Vibramycin. There was no change without treatment and deterioration with penicillin.
Insights
Antibiotics like Bactrim, ampicillin, and Vibramycin effectively treated secretory otitis media in children. Penicillin showed no improvement and even worsened the condition, highlighting the importance of appropriate antibiotic selection for otitis media treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Otolaryngology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Secretory otitis media (SOM) is a common childhood condition.
- Effective antibiotic treatment is crucial for managing SOM.
- Impedance audiometry is a key diagnostic tool for middle ear conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of different antibiotics in treating pediatric secretory otitis media.
- To assess treatment response using impedance audiometry.
Main Methods:
- Impedance audiometry was performed on children diagnosed with secretory otitis media.
- Inclusion criteria specified middle ear pressure at maximum compliance below -150mm water.
- Children received treatment with Bactrim, ampicillin, Vibramycin, or penicillin; a control group received no treatment.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in impedance audiometry results was observed with Bactrim, ampicillin, and Vibramycin.
- No significant change in middle ear pressure was noted in the untreated group.
- Deterioration of middle ear condition was observed with penicillin treatment.
Conclusions:
- Bactrim, ampicillin, and Vibramycin are effective treatments for secretory otitis media in children.
- Penicillin is not effective and may be detrimental for treating this condition.
- Impedance audiometry is a valuable tool for monitoring treatment response in pediatric otitis media.