[Complications of acute otitis media].

Lukas Schmutzler, Matthias Santer, Daniel Dejaco, Benedikt Hofauer, Joachim Schmutzhard

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Lukas SchmutzlerUniversitätsklinik für Hals‑, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Medizinische Universität Innsbruck, Anichstraße 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Österreich.

Matthias SanterUniversitätsklinik für Hals‑, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Medizinische Universität Innsbruck, Anichstraße 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Österreich. matthias.santer@i-med.ac.at.

Daniel DejacoUniversitätsklinik für Hals‑, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Medizinische Universität Innsbruck, Anichstraße 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Österreich.

Benedikt HofauerUniversitätsklinik für Hals‑, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Medizinische Universität Innsbruck, Anichstraße 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Österreich.

Joachim SchmutzhardUniversitätsklinik für Hals‑, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Medizinische Universität Innsbruck, Anichstraße 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Österreich.

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Abstract

Complications of acute otitis media (AOM) are rare but can occur intratemporally or intracranially. Clinically relevant mastoiditis usually presents with subperiosteal abscesses, whereas subclinical opacification of the mastoid cells is common but does not require specific treatment. Other potential complications include labyrinthitis, facial nerve palsy, intratemporal abscess, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, or meningitis. Diagnosis relies on clinical examination, laboratory tests, and targeted imaging. Intratemporal complications are primarily treated with antibiotics. Surgical intervention is indicated in cases of abscess formation or treatment failure. Intracranial complications often necessitate interdisciplinary surgical management. This review provides practical guidance on differentiation, diagnosis, and treatment, highlighting the importance of recognizing potentially severe courses.

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Otitis MediaAbscessAcute DiseaseAnti-Bacterial AgentsFacial ParalysisHumansLabyrinthitisMastoiditisMeningitisSinus Thrombosis, IntracranialAnti-Bacterial AgentsAbscessCerebral venous sinus thrombosisFacial paralysisMastoiditisMiddle ear

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PMID42377467

DOI10.1007/s00106-026-01788-4

PMCPMC13407608

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