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OCT device could KO chronic ear infections

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Ashley N. Paddock, [email protected]

A new optical coherence tomography (OCT) device that can see difficult-to-detect bacteria behind the eardrum could help clinicians better diagnose and treat chronic ear infections. Ear infections are the most common conditions that pediatricians treat. Chronic ear infections can be detrimental to hearing and often require surgery to place drainage tubes in the eardrums. Patients who suffer from chronic ear infections may have a film of bacteria or other microorganisms that build up behind the eardrum, according to studies. To treat such infections, these biofilms must be detected and...Read full article

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    Published: August 2012
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    optical coherence tomography
    Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique used in medical and scientific fields to capture high-resolution, cross-sectional images of biological tissues. It provides detailed, real-time, and three-dimensional visualization of tissue structures at the micrometer scale. OCT is particularly valuable in ophthalmology, cardiology, dermatology, and various other medical specialties. Here are the key features and components of optical coherence tomography: Principle of...
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