Abstract

CABRERA PEREZ, Ariel et al. Biofilms and their relationship with chronic middle ear pathology. Medicentro Electrónica [online]. 2023, vol.27, n.4  Epub Dec 01, 2023. ISSN 1029-3043.

The concept of biofilms has emerged gradually over a long period; they appear as three-dimensional structures composed of sessile cells of microorganisms that grow and adhere irreversibly to surfaces, both living and inert. Their ability to develop, both on biotic and abiotic surfaces, is a characteristic that directly relates them to human health. Different ear infections have been blamed on the presence of biofilms on the mucous membranes, such as otitis media with effusion, in the same way they manifest themselves in the appearance and persistence of chronic otitis media. Otitis media-related biofilms generally contain one or multiple species of primary otopathogenic bacteria. The understanding of the biofilm will help us refine new therapies and control strategies, by avoiding infectious diseases since biofilm-forming bacteria are a serious threat to public health due to their high resistance to antimicrobials.

Keywords : biofilms; otitis media, suppurative; ear.

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