A Novel Topical Treatment for Keratosis Obturans.
Otol Neurotol 2021;
42:e1503-e1506. [PMID:
34325456 DOI:
10.1097/mao.0000000000003301]
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE
To present and evaluate the treatment of keratosis obturans (KO) using miconazole/triamcinolone 0.1% crème gauzes.
STUDY DESIGN
A retrospective clinical capsule report.
PATIENTS
Twelve patients diagnosed with KO between January 2000 and July 2020 visiting our tertiary hospital setting, were retrospectively reviewed.
INTERVENTIONS
Either miconazole/triamcinolone 0.1% crème gauzes or periodic microscopic removal of the keratin plug.
MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES
No evidence of disease during microscopic inspection of the ear canal.
RESULTS
Successful treatment with miconazole/triamcinolone 0.1% gauzes was seen in 4/7 patients (57%) and successful treatment of periodic cleaning of the ear canal was seen in 1/5 patients (20%).
CONCLUSIONS
Topical treatment of KO with miconazole/triamcinolone 0.1% crème gauzes in the ear canal could be considered as a treatment option for patients diagnosed with KO.
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