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Tonsillectomy Risks May Outweigh Benefits

Watchful waiting may be a good strategy when the condition is not too severe...

More than 530,000 children have their tonsils or adenoids removed in the United States each year to prevent recurrent infections and sleep or breathing disorders. But a new study suggests that the surgery may have long-term risks that in some cases outweigh any short-time benefits.

The report, in JAMA Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, compared 60,667 Danish children under 9 who had tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies or both with 1.1 million who had not had the surgeries. They were born between 1979 and 1999, and researchers followed their health for up to 30 years.

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Articles of Interest

Post-Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage

We know that all bleeding eventually stops: ideally, by means that we have imposed rather than by exhaustion of the patient’s RBC resources. We also know that the easiest, and often most efficacious, way to halt bleeding is to put some manual pressure on the source of bleeding. Well, that isn’t always so easy to accomplish. How do you put your finger on a bleeding tonsil?

Bye Bye Tonsils + Adenoids

After months of dealing with unexplained sickness, oncologists, infectious disease specialists, countless tests, pokes + prods, CAT scans, ultrasounds, scary MRI tubes.. finally, our amazing rheumatologist offered a diagnosis of PFAPA.

Does My Child Need His/Her Tonsils/Adenoid Out?

The adenoid pad is often removed at the same time as tonsil removal surgery, but not necessarily the other way around. Your child should not have anything removed unless it’s clearly indicated. As I tell parents daily, “My job as a surgeon is not to take something out because I can, but because I have to and we have failed all other less invasive options.”

Having Your Adenoids Removed, as a Adult

I never really talk about my health on my blog. I mentioned it slightly when I was reviewing 2015 but never any more. I've written this blog post mainly for those that are preparing to undergo adenoidectomy because there was absolutely nothing for adults when I looked into it although, if you're interested in this sort of thing then read away but prepare for a slightly long post.

How I recovered from a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy

I'm writing this blog for anyone who needs to have a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Your doctor and the internet will tell you that having these procedures as an adult (I'm in my late thirties) are somewhat of a nightmare to get through. For me, it was only as painful as a bad case of strep throat with a few days of sharp pain while eating after the "scabs" fall off. As long as you ice the area and take your meds on time, recovery can be easier than you expect.

Removing Tonsils and Adenoids: Right for Your Child?

Pediatric otolaryngologist Rachel Georgopoulos, MD, says the most common reasons for removal — a tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy — are recurring throat infections and airway obstruction. (While doctors do these procedures mostly on children, some adults also opt for them as well, she says.)

The Effect of Adenotonsillectomy on Quality of Life in Adults and Pediatric Patients

Our study adds to other studies that showed tonsillectomy is effective in adult patients with recurrent tonsillitis. We found statistically significant changes in both disease-specific and quality of life (QOL) after tonsillectomy in adult patients.

Tonsil-Adenoid Surgery May Help Behavior, Too

Researchers have found strong evidence that adenotonsillectomy -- the surgery to remove the tonsils and adenoids -- can help relieve childhood behavioral or attention problems, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or A.D.H.D.

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy

Our almost 3 year old had a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy two days ago. She was not allowed to eat or drink anything after midnight.

Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for Paige

On Monday this week, Paige had a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. She's been plagued with throat infections including strep throat for years. For a couple years now we've been consulting with an ENT and although he was initially conservative with his approach, the number of infections lead us all to decide that it was time to try surgery to solve the problem. It was a tough decision, and we knew it was going to be painful and very difficult with Paige to get through the recovery.

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy in Children

Adenotonsillectomy is one of the most common surgical procedures performed on children each year. The operation is performed under general anesthesia, usually as an outpatient procedure, and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.

Tonsils-Be Gone You Pest And Oh Adenoids-You Too

I’m on day three of my tonsil and adenoid removal! The later I didn’t realize were coming out until I was having a pre-surgery chat with one of the nurses the day before. oh of all the surprises.. I knew I had to have my tonsils out though so after meeting with the doctor to confirm, I decided to have them out just one week later. Why hold it off?

Welcome to Hell: Adult tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy (My experience)

Tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies very commonly go hand in hand, and it was a no brainer for me to get them both done at once.

What Parents Should Know About Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy

There are two common reasons for tonsil and adenoid surgery: infection and upper airway obstruction. 

Resources

Fauquier ENT Consultants

Words of wisdom on T&A.

StatPearls

Two common reasons for this surgery are sleep-disordered breathing and recurrent throat infections. Several complications can occur with a tonsillectomy and include bleeding, velopharyngeal insufficiency, and dehydration.