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Main Programme<br />
Saturday 11th June 2011<br />
Main Programme<br />
Dr Malcolm Giles<br />
Evidence based Treatment of OME<br />
Saturday, 11 June 2011 Start 8:55am Duration: 25mins Baytrust Forum<br />
Persistent otitis media with effusion (OME) is one of the most common disorders of childhood. The<br />
majority of cases settle spontaneously, yet some children will suffer sequelae if left untreated.<br />
This presentation will review the current evidence regarding the diagnosis and treatment of OME,<br />
especially as it relates to the primary care setting. Specific issues which will be discussed include<br />
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Do antibiotics have a role in the management of OME?<br />
When is a policy of watching and waiting appropriate?<br />
When should children with persistent OME be referred for specialist review?<br />
This presentation is designed to complement a presentation given at a previous meeting entitled “the<br />
evidence based treatment of acute otitis media”.<br />
Notes<br />
Associate Professor Rohan Ameratunga<br />
Food Allergy and Eczema - Main Session (Breakout options scheduled)<br />
Saturday, 11 June 2011 Start 9:20am Duration: 25mins Baytrust Forum<br />
Adverse reactions to foods are a common clinical problem. In contrast, true food allergy, as documented<br />
by double blind placebo controlled food challenges, are less common. Food allergy can occur through<br />
a variety of immune mechanisms. Immediate reactions mediated by IgE antibodies are among the most<br />
severe and can be life-threatening.<br />
It is very important for an accurate diagnosis to be made in patients presenting with adverse reactions<br />
to food. Patients with allergic reactions to food will require allergy testing in the form of either skin or<br />
blood tests.<br />
Currently there is no specific treatment for food allergy apart from avoidance. Strict elimination diets<br />
carry nutritional risk and should be supervised by an experienced dietician. Novel forms of therapy such<br />
as anti-IgE treatment may prove effective in the future.<br />
Allergy prevention advice is controversial. The risk of sensitisation appears to be minimal during pregnancy.<br />
The delayed introduction of solid foods and avoidance of peanuts, tree nuts and seafood by lactating<br />
mothers is recommended.<br />
09-12 June 2011 | Energy Events Centre | Rotorua
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