Todd A. Hillman, M.D.

The Research

Allegheny-Singer Research Institute

Otologic implant polymers for biofilm control in chronic otitis media

Chronic otitis media, including chronic serous otitis media and chronic otorrhea, is a leading cause of hearing loss in the world. This proposal will investigate the role of bacterial biofilms in chronic otitis and explore novel biofilm resistant materials for use in patients with this disease process.