High rates of suppurative otitis media among children attending urban clinics in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea: a cross-sectional study | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
High rates of suppurative otitis media among children attending urban clinics in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea: a cross-sectional study
Key Points
High rates of suppurative otitis media were observed in children attending urban clinics in Goroka.
The study reported a significant incidence of 42% among 200 children assessed in the clinics.
Data were collected through a cross-sectional study design conducted in urban healthcare settings.
Findings highlight a pressing health issue for children in Goroka; more targeted interventions needed.