Question

A 5-year-old with recurrent glue ear (otitis media with effusion) and hearing loss. According to NICE, which intervention may be considered if there is persistent bilateral effusion and significant hearing loss?

Accepted Answer

Grommet insertion (ventilation tubes)

Answer

Antibiotics for 6 months

Answer

Adenoidectomy alone

Answer

Tonsillectomy

Answer

Steroid nasal spray

Practice question

A 5-year-old with recurrent glue ear (otitis media with effusion) and hearing loss. According to NICE, which intervention may be considered if there is persistent bilateral effusion and significant hearing loss?