RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Rizzo, Toni
T1 Thorough Ear Cleaning and Control of Infections for Difficult Canine Otitis
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2014
FD SAGE Publications
VO 14
IS 25
SP 10
OP 11
DO 10.1177/155989771425007
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/14/25/10.abstract
AB Most difficult problems in managing canine otitis are the result of inadequate treatment, chronic inflammation, or failure to identify and control the underlying cause. This article discusses two key concepts are important to appropriate management of otitis. First, appropriate standard-of-care topical therapy must be used and any infections cleared, not just suppressed. Second, long-term maintenance is necessary to prevent recurrence.