TONSIL AND ADENOID SURGERY
ADENOIDECTOMY
All techniques are effective in removing the adenoids. The technique used to remove the adenoids depends on the patient’s anatomy, history of prior infection, the underlying process and patient preference. Adenoidectomy is usually done on an outpatient basis. Most patients go home an hour after the surgery.
TONSILLECTOMY
All techniques are effective in removing the tonsils. The technique used to remove the tonsils depends on the patient’s anatomy, history of prior infection or abscess, the underlying process and patient preference. Tonsillectomy is usually done on an outpatient basis. Most patients go home an hour after the surgery.
TONSILS AND ADENOIDS
The Tonsils are two masses of tissue found on either side of the back of the throat. The Adenoids are located high in the throat, behind the nose and roof of the mouth. Together they form part of the ring of glandular tissue at the back of the throat. The tonsils and adenoids assist the body in defending against infection by “sampling” entering bacteria and viruses and becoming infected themselves. They then help form antibodies to resist and fight future infections. Unfortunately, the tonsils and adenoids often become susceptible to recurrent bacterial infections and can even trigger airway obstruction.