Complications of Atticoantral Otitis Media – Revisited

Complications of chronic otitis media are still a common otological problem in the developing countries. Though the incidence has been reduced with the introduction of higher antibiotics, they are still seen commonly in the developing countries and in rural areas. The incidence of multiple complications is increasing in the present days. This is due to lack of adequate otological surgical & radiological facilities in the developing counties. Despite the advent of antibiotics and advancement in our knowledge and skills in managing otitis media, serious complications still exist. This prospective study was undertaken to study the presentations and management of atticoantral type of chronic suppurative otitis media with complications. This study was done in a tertiary care medical college hospital from 2008 to 2013.