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Home > Medical Reference > Encyclopedia (English)Toggle: English / SpanishServices at Maryland GeneralA complete list of inpatient and outpatient healthcare services at MGH.Ear drainage culture - RisksAlternative NamesCulture - ear drainage What the risks are:No risks are involved with swabbing the ear canal. For risks related to ear surgery, see myringotomy. Special considerations:Ear drainage culture is usually not done because of contamination concerns and difficulty linking a bacteria to the infection. Normal bacteria will likely grow on the ear fluid sent for culture.
ReferencesNeil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.Related ArticlesThe information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.  |
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