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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Acute otitis media (AOM) usually follows a viral upper respiratory tract infection leading to Eustachian tube dysfunction with impaired clearance and pressure regulation of the middle ear. Current guidelines recommend observation for children age 6 to 24 months with unilateral AOM without otorrhea or children older than 2 years with unilateral or bilateral AOM without otorrhea.[1] Antibiotics covering common bacterial pathogens (e.g., Streptococcus pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and non-typeable Haemophilus influenzae) have been used with success in selected patients to accelerate the recovery and lower the risk of tympanic membrane perforations and contralateral AOM episodes.[2] High-dose amoxicillin (90 mg/kg/day) is the drug of choice for initial antibiotic therapy; high-dose amoxicillin-clavulanate or intramuscular ceftriaxone should be reserved for patients who fail to respond to first-line treatment within 48 to 72 hours. The optimal duration of antibiotics remains uncertain: a 10-day course of antibiotic therapy is recommended for children younger than 2 years and children with severe symptoms. In the absence of severe symptoms, a 7- or 5-day course is advisable for children 2 to 5 years of age or children 6 years and older, respectively. Otalgia is generally managed with acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or narcotic analgesics with codeine.[3]

Initial Management of Uncomplicated AOM with High Certainty of Diagnosis

Clinical Practice Guideline from the American Academy of Pediatrics[4]
Age AOM With Otorrhea AOM With Severe Symptoms Bilateral AOM Without Otorrhea Unilateral AOM Without Otorrhea
6 mo to 2 y Antibiotic therapy Antibiotic therapy Antibiotic therapy Antibiotic therapy or additional observation
≥ 2 y Antibiotic therapy Antibiotic therapy Antibiotic therapy or additional observation Antibiotic therapy or additional observation

A toxic-appearing child, persistent otalgia more than 48 h, temperature ≥39°C (102.2°F) in the past 48 h, or if there is uncertain access to follow-up after the visit.

Observation

Due to the self-limited nature of most episodes of AOM (particularly in children 2 years and older), initial observation is advisable for selected patients if close follow-up can be ensured and rescue antibiotics administered for persistent or worsening symptoms in 48 to 72 hours.

Antibiotic Therapy

Rationale for Antibiotic Choice

The rationale for antibiotic therapy in children with AOM is based on a high prevalence of bacteria from tympanocentesis cultures. A significant benefit of immediate antibiotic therapy is most evident in bilateral AOM, AOM with severe symptotms, AOM with otorrhea, or Streptococcus pneumoniae infection.[5] Antibiotic therapy is recommended in the following settings:

  • AOM (bilateral or unilateral) in children 6 months and older with severe signs or symptoms (i.e., moderate or severe otalgia or otalgia for at least 48 hours, or temperature 39°C [102.2°F] or higher)
  • Bilateral AOM in children younger than 24 months without severe signs or symptoms

When a decision to treat with antibiotics has been made, high-dose amoxicillin is recommended if all of the following criteria are fulfilled:[6]

Additional β-lactamase coverage should be considered if any of the following criteria is fulfilled:[7]

Duration of Therapy

The optimal duration of antibiotics remains unsettled. Standard 10-day course of antibiotic therapy is recommended for children younger than 2 years and children with severe symptoms. In the absence of severe symptoms, a 7- or 5-day course is advisable for children 2 to 5 years of age or children 6 years and older, respectively.

Antibiotic Regimens

Initial (Immediate or Delayed) Antibiotic Treatment

  • After Failure of Initial Antibiotic Treatment

  • Pain Management

    Episodes of AOM are commonly associated with otalgia. Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are the mainstay of management for mild to moderate ear pain. Narcotic analgesia with codeine should be used with caution in the treatment of severe otalgia due to the risk of respiratory depression, altered mental status, gastrointestinal upset, and constipation.[8]

    Antimicrobial regimen

    • Acute otitis media [9]
    • 1. Causative pathogens
    • Streptococcus pneumoniae
    • Hemophilus influenzae
    • Moraxella catarrhalis
    • Polymicrobial
    • Viral
    • 2. Empiric antimicrobial therapy
    • 3. Special considerations
    • 3.1 Acute otitis media post-treatment failure (48-72 hours)
    • 3.2 Acute otitis media post-intubation[10]

    References

    1. Siddiq, Somiah; Grainger, Joe; Prentice, Philippa (2014-11-12). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media: American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines 2013". Archives of Disease in Childhood. Education and Practice Edition. doi:10.1136/archdischild-2013-305550. ISSN 1743-0593. PMID 25395494.
    2. Venekamp, Roderick P.; Sanders, Sharon; Glasziou, Paul P.; Del Mar, Chris B.; Rovers, Maroeska M. (2013). "Antibiotics for acute otitis media in children". The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 1: –000219. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD000219.pub3. ISSN 1469-493X. PMID 23440776.
    3. Siddiq, Somiah; Grainger, Joe; Prentice, Philippa (2014-11-12). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media: American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines 2013". Archives of Disease in Childhood. Education and Practice Edition. doi:10.1136/archdischild-2013-305550. ISSN 1743-0593. PMID 25395494.
    4. Siddiq, Somiah; Grainger, Joe; Prentice, Philippa (2014-11-12). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media: American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines 2013". Archives of Disease in Childhood. Education and Practice Edition. doi:10.1136/archdischild-2013-305550. ISSN 1743-0593. PMID 25395494.
    5. Rovers, Maroeska M.; Glasziou, Paul; Appelman, Cees L.; Burke, Peter; McCormick, David P.; Damoiseaux, Roger A.; Gaboury, Isabelle; Little, Paul; Hoes, Arno W. (2006-10-21). "Antibiotics for acute otitis media: a meta-analysis with individual patient data". Lancet. 368 (9545): 1429–1435. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(06)69606-2. ISSN 1474-547X. PMID 17055944.
    6. Lieberthal, Allan S.; Carroll, Aaron E.; Chonmaitree, Tasnee; Ganiats, Theodore G.; Hoberman, Alejandro; Jackson, Mary Anne; Joffe, Mark D.; Miller, Donald T.; Rosenfeld, Richard M.; Sevilla, Xavier D.; Schwartz, Richard H.; Thomas, Pauline A.; Tunkel, David E. (2013-03). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media". Pediatrics. 131 (3): –964-999. doi:10.1542/peds.2012-3488. ISSN 1098-4275. PMID 23439909. Check date values in: |date= (help)
    7. Lieberthal, Allan S.; Carroll, Aaron E.; Chonmaitree, Tasnee; Ganiats, Theodore G.; Hoberman, Alejandro; Jackson, Mary Anne; Joffe, Mark D.; Miller, Donald T.; Rosenfeld, Richard M.; Sevilla, Xavier D.; Schwartz, Richard H.; Thomas, Pauline A.; Tunkel, David E. (2013-03). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media". Pediatrics. 131 (3): –964-999. doi:10.1542/peds.2012-3488. ISSN 1098-4275. PMID 23439909. Check date values in: |date= (help)
    8. Lieberthal, Allan S.; Carroll, Aaron E.; Chonmaitree, Tasnee; Ganiats, Theodore G.; Hoberman, Alejandro; Jackson, Mary Anne; Joffe, Mark D.; Miller, Donald T.; Rosenfeld, Richard M.; Sevilla, Xavier D.; Schwartz, Richard H.; Thomas, Pauline A.; Tunkel, David E. (2013-03). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media". Pediatrics. 131 (3): –964-999. doi:10.1542/peds.2012-3488. ISSN 1098-4275. PMID 23439909. Check date values in: |date= (help)
    9. Lieberthal AS, Carroll AE, Chonmaitree T, Ganiats TG, Hoberman A, Jackson MA; et al. (2013). "The diagnosis and management of acute otitis media". Pediatrics. 131 (3): e964–99. doi:10.1542/peds.2012-3488. PMID 23439909.
    10. Gilbert, David (2015). The Sanford guide to antimicrobial therapy. Sperryville, Va: Antimicrobial Therapy. ISBN 978-1930808843.