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ArticleCureus2025

Paediatric Otorhinolaryngological Disorders: Early Detection and Management Strategies.

Sayyed Muddasir Shah, Mubashar Ullah Jan, Majid Ali, Haider Zaman, Bilal Khan, Rahman Shar

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Sayyed Muddasir ShahDepartment of ENT, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan, PAK.
Mubashar Ullah JanDepartment of ENT, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan, PAK.
Majid AliDepartment of ENT, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan, PAK.
Haider ZamanDepartment of ENT, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan, PAK.
Bilal KhanDepartment of ENT, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan, PAK.
Rahman SharDepartment of ENT, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan, PAK.

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Abstract

backgroundPediatric ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders are common and can affect hearing, speech development, sleep quality, and overall well-being. Early identification and appropriate management are essential to prevent complications and promote healthy development.

objectiveTo determine the prevalence of common pediatric ENT disorders presenting to an outpatient clinic and to describe the diagnostic and management strategies used in this local clinical setting. METHODOLOGY: This prospective observational study was conducted over 12 months in the outpatient Department of ENT at Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College (MMC/BKMC), Mardan. A total of 100 children aged 0-14 years with clinically confirmed pediatric otorhinolaryngological disorders were included. Diagnosis was based on clinical examination, otoscopic and nasal assessment, and audiometry or imaging when indicated. Management consisted of medical treatment, surgical intervention where required, and scheduled follow-up visits to monitor short-term outcomes.

resultsThe most frequent conditions observed were otitis media (30, 30%), tonsillitis (25, 25%), adenoid hypertrophy (20, 20%), allergic rhinitis (15, 15%), pediatric rhinosinusitis (5, 5%), and

conclusionsCommon pediatric ENT disorders can be effectively managed with prompt clinical evaluation and appropriate intervention. Increasing caregiver awareness and ensuring consistent access to ENT diagnostic and treatment services at the local healthcare level can help prevent avoidable complications and support better long-term outcomes.

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adenoid hypertrophyearly detectionotitis mediaoutpatient carepediatric enttonsillitis

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PMCPMC12708966

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