Exploration of pattern of bacteriological isolate and their antibiotic sensitivity from ear discharge: a record based analysis

Dr. Amber Prasad; Dr. Smita Sinha

Volume : VII, Issue : XI, November - 2017

Exploration of pattern of bacteriological isolate and their antibiotic sensitivity from ear discharge: a record based analysis

Dr. Amber Prasad, Dr. Smita Sinha

Abstract :

Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a leading cause of ear morbidity ranging from mild discomfort to preventable heå loss. Due to changing sensitivity pattern its management particularly in resource limited setting possess a challenge. However, local knowledge of sensitivity pattern can guide therapeutic decision. Therefore, we aimed to document most common organism isolated from CSOM patients and their antibiotic sensitivity pattern.

Methods & Results

The data for analysis was retrieved from a register at Microbiology Laboratory of a tertiary health center. The swab collected for CSOM patients over the period of one year from April 2010 to March 2011 were analyzed. The most common organism isolated was Staphylococcus followed by pseudomonas species. The Staphylococci were most sensitive to Fluroquinoles and Amikacin but were highly resistant to Ampicillins.

Conclusion

Use of fluroquinolones and amikacin antibiotic among CSOM patients in this area is more likely to give favorable clinical outcome. However, there is a need of larger community based studies to document the most common organism and their sensitivity pattern in this part of India.