Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a major health problem throughout the world. The present study was conducted to assess cases of CSOM. Materials & Methods: The present study was conducted on 56 cases of CSOM of both genders. Otoscopic examination was done. Predisposing factors were recorded. Results: Out of 56 patients, males were 34 and females were 22. Risk factors were URI in 23, nasal allergy in 34, chronic tonsillitis in 15, DNS in 17, sinusitis in 26 and chronic adenotonsilitis in 24. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Authors found that risk factors were URI, nasal allergy, chronic tonsillitis, DNS, sinusitis and chronic adenotonsilitis. Key words: Chronic suppurative otitis media, chronic tonsillitis, Ear