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return to see also: 1. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS A. I. Tonsillectomy is one of the most commonly performed procedures by Otolaryngologists, with over 500,000 performed annually in the United States. II. Tonsillectomy in children is most commonly performed for obstructive sleep apnea and recurrent episodes of tonsillitis. In adults (aged 18 years and older), indications for tonsillectomy can be for a variety of reasons, including the increasing incidence of tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma. III. Multiple techniques are used to perform a tonsillectomy, and there is no clear consensus on which technique has the lowest rates of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage. IV. Post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage is considered a surgical emergency. Hemorrhage after tonsillectomy can be classified as primary or secondary. If bleeding occurs within the first 24 hours after surgery, it is referred to as a primary hemorrhage. Secondary hemorrhage risk occurs after 24 hours. V. All patients and parents of minors should be appropriately counseled pre-operatively about the risk of hemorrhage post-operatively. The risk of primary hemorrhage is 0.2-2.2%, and secondary hemorrhage is 0.1-4.8%. VI. Many factors have been associated with an increase in the risk of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage, including age >5, chronic tonsillitis, and aspirin usage pre-operatively. VII. In children with hemophilia or Von Willibrand Disease, rates of hemorrhage immediately after tonsillectomy are similar but are substantially hi...

Tonsil cancer is a type of oropharyngeal cancer. These cancers affect the mouth and throat. Oral and Infection with According to the The tonsils are part of the immune system. They Like other cancers, tonsil cancer is more likely to respond to treatment that starts early. Getting a diagnosis at an early stage increases the chance of successful treatment and recovery. Below, we describe tonsil cancer symptoms, treatment, and outlook. Share on Pinterest Treatment for tonsil cancer is more responsive with an early diagnosis. Tonsil cancer begins when cancerous cells develop in the tonsils. It can occur in people who have had their tonsils removed, as some tonsil tissue often remains after surgery. Most tonsil cancers are squamous cell carcinomas, but some are lymphomas. Drinking alcohol, smoking, and having HPV appear to increase the risk. The tonsils sit toward the back of the throat, one on either side. They consist of lymphoid tissue, which contains lymphocytes, cells that fight off disease. The tonsils catch and destroy bacteria and viruses. They can change in size and often swell with blood to help trap germs, such as when a person has a cold. Throat cancer is another type of oropharyngeal cancer. Some people When symptoms occur, they can resemble those of other illnesses, such as Here are some • a • difficulty chewing or swallowing • a white or red patch on the tonsil • a sore on the back of the throat • a persistent earache • difficulty consuming citric foods and drink...