Analysis of Causative Factors, Clinical Course, and Diagnosis of Secretory Otitis Media in Adults

Abstract. The paper assessed and systematized the primary causative factors, clinical progression, and diagnosis of secretory otitis media in adults through bibliographic and structural-logical analyses. The global significance of this issue has been assessed based on international and national research. The study aimed to analyze the primary causative factors, clinical course, and diagnosis of secretory otitis media in adults, as well as their significance in selecting the most effective treatment methods. Material and Methods. Bibliographic and structural-logical analyses were used to investigate secretory otitis media in adults as a medical and social issue. Results. Recent studies have challenged previous beliefs of a single etiology for secretory otitis media, identifying multiple potential causes and variations in disease progression influenced by their combination and predominance. Conclusions. The analysis revealed that, despite the wealth of data available on the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of SOM, it remains one of the leading causes of hearing loss in adults. Ongoing research into the causative factors and their systematization will enable improved functional outcomes and reduced recurrence rates by applying pathogenetically-based treatments. Keywords: Secretory Otitis Media; Etiology; Pathogenesis; Diagnosis; Hearing Los