Otitis Media
Otitis Media
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DOI:
10.1016/j.pcl.2012.12.007
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发表时间:
2013-04-01
影响因子:
2.6
通讯作者:
Pichichero, Michael E.
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作者:
Pichichero, Michael E.
Acute otitis media (AOM) is diagnosed based on visualization of a full or bulging tympanic membrane with middle ear effusion. The distribution of bacteria causing AOM in North America under the influence of pneumococcal conjugate vaccination and antibiotic selection pressure has resulted in a predominance of beta-lactamase producing Haemophilus influenzae followed by penicillin-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae. Although guidelines continue to endorse amoxicillin as the preferred treatment, amoxicillin/clavulanate in high dosage would be the preferred treatment based on the otopathogen mix currently. Antibiotic prophylaxis has fallen into disfavor as a preventative strategy for AOM recurrences.