description: Otitis media with effusion is one of the most common problems of infancy &amp; early childhood. Because the prevalence, incidence, &amp; management of this condition varies with age, this guideline focuses on the group at high risk for long-term children ages 1-3 years. These recommendations are based on an extensive review of medical &amp; health-related literature &amp; expert opinion. They are given for diagnosis &amp; hearing evaluation; control of environmental factors; &amp; sequencing of interventions, including observation, use of antibiotics &amp; other medications, &amp; the appropriateness &amp; timing of surgery.
language: English
title: Otitis Media With Effusion in Young Children : Clinical Practice Guideline No 12
titlecomplete: Otitis Media With Effusion in Young Children : Clinical Practice Guideline No 12
publisher: United States Government Printing