Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM) is a global issue and the leading cause of hearing impairment among children. With the support of Rotary International, and "Gyllenstiernska Krapperupsstiftelsen," physicians at the ORL clinic of Hospital Josina Machel in Luanda are conducting a trial designed to enhance Ear Care at the primary healthcare level.

Chronic suppurative otitis media accompanied by mastoiditis and skin perforation. 
 
Common perforation patterns of the tympanic membrane in chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM). 
 Image captured from the ear surgery initiative backed by Rotary Clubs in  Luanda and Sweden in 2013.
The EarClean pipette is designed for effective suctioning and rinsing with a 2% vinegar solution in cases of Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM).


"EarClean" -a pipette for Ear Care

ReiBeck Innovation is a Swedish company dedicated to facilitate ear care by providing a specialized pipette designed for the treatment of chronic suppurative otitis media ( CSOM) with an antiseptic solution.  

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    The "EarClean" pipette will be launched to assist healthcare professionals in managing CSOM care and reducing the risks associated with the rise of antibiotic resistance.

Circius Pharma AB, in collaboration with Rotary Clubs from Rotary District 2395, is proud to be a generous sponsor of a pioneering pilot study examining the effectiveness of the pipette EarClean for treating discharging ears (CSOM). This important research is being led by

Dra. Palmira Kuatoko , ORL clinic within Hospital Josina Machel, located in Luanda, Angola.

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Dr. Åke Reimer and Dr. Tuula Pelkonen conducted a significant visit to Luanda from May 18th to 23rd, 2025. During their stay, they had the chance to deliver lectures at the Faculty of Medicine of Agostinho Neto University, where they shared their invaluable insights in research and teaching within Angola. In the image, we see Dr. Palmira Kuatoko, joined by Rector Professor Fernanda Dias Monteiro, Scientific Vice-Rector Professor Joaquim Vandúnem, Academic Vice-Rector Professor Ema Fernandes, and Otorhinolaryngology Professor Cardoso Neto.
We are certain that our visit heralds the commencement of a sustainable collaboration focused on enhancing hearing health care, encouraging meaningful exchanges in research, education, and treatment practices.
A proposal for an Ear Care cooperation project is being prepared for further dialogue with Reimer Ear & Hearing Care AB, a member of SWECARE