Myringotomy is often accompanied by the aspiration of fluid under pressure in the tympanum,and the subsequent placement of small,hollow pressure equalization tubes.It is indicated for acute otitis media (AOM)in the presence of an exudate that has not responded to antibiotic therapy.If left untreated,what is the main concern for a child with chronic otitis media?

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The majority of children with AOM have spontaneous resolution.Hearing loss is the main concern when fluid is present in the middle ear.If left untreated,hearing loss can affect language development.If the fluid persists more than 8 to 12 weeks and is accompanied by hearing loss,removal of the fluid and placement of ventilating tubes in the eardrum are necessary.

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