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Bacteriology of inadequately treated active chronic otitis media in paediatric age group

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

J. E. O. Amadasun
J. E. O. Amadasun*
Affiliation:
Nigeria
*
Dr J. E. O. Amadasun, Westend Hospital, P. O. Box 753, Warri, Bendel State, Nigeria.
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Abstract

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Haphazardly treated active otitis media was investigated bacteriologically in 214 children. Analysis showed that Pseudomonas aeruginosa was more prevalent than other micro-organisms. Candida was also found in appreciable quantity. The author contends that this was due to inadequate self treatment before these children reported in his hospital. He advocates that decision regarding the chemotherapeutic agent to be used should be based on culture and in vitro sensitivity.

Keywords

Otitis media, suppurativeBacteriology
Type
Main Articles
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 105 , Issue 5 , May 1991 , pp. 341 - 342
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1991

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