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. 2013 Feb;61(2):173-85; quiz 86.
doi: 10.1007/s00106-012-2661-4.

[Tonsillectomy and tonsillotomy: ENT surgeon and pediatric viewpoints]

[Article in German]
F Hoppe  1 , M Knuf
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[Tonsillectomy and tonsillotomy: ENT surgeon and pediatric viewpoints]

[Article in German]
F Hoppe et al. HNO. 2013 Feb.

Abstract

Tonsillotomy and tonsillectomy are most frequently performed interventions during childhood. There is a need for a critical assessment of indication by using selected criteria. The collaboration of pediatricians and ENT surgeons is essential. Tonsillotomy in children < 6 years of age is associated with lower rates of postoperative bleeding.

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