Efficacy of Self Vs. Physician Application of Triamcinolone-Econazole in Otomycosis

Launched by ZHONGSHAN HOSPITAL XIAMEN UNIVERSITY · May 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The study analyzes the clinical characteristics, including symptoms and physical examinations, as well as the types of fungal infections. It compares the efficacy of patient self-application versus physician application of triamcinolone acetonide econazole cream in treating otomycosis two weeks after starting treatment. Furthermore, the study also compares the recurrence rates six months after treatment.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1.The chief complaint was ear discomfort, including tinnitus, a feeling of blockage or fullness, pruritis, otalgia, otorrhea and decreased hearing; 2. Physical examination findings:presence of fungal hyphae or accumulations that appear creamy or cheese-like or resembling abnormal earwax (crusts, films) , skin redness, erosion, swelling, or granulation tissue within the ear canal; 3. Positive results in fungal culture.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • The exclusion criteria included otitis media, tympanic membrane perforation, and conditions post-radiotherapy.

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