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Review
. 2019 Feb 25;7(2):35.
doi: 10.3390/medsci7020035.

The Role of the Adenoids in Pediatric Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Ryan Belcher  1 , Frank Virgin  2
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Review

The Role of the Adenoids in Pediatric Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Ryan Belcher et al. Med Sci (Basel). .

Abstract

There are several mechanisms by which the adenoids contribute to pediatric chronic rhinosinusitis (PCRS), particularly with children aged 12 years and younger. Understanding the role that the adenoids play in PCRS is crucial when attempting to treat these patients. A literature review was performed to address this problem and provide information surrounding this topic. This review will provide a better understanding of how adenoids contribute to PCRS, and also of the medical and surgical treatment options.

Keywords: adenoidectomy; adenoiditis; adenoids; biofilm; chronic rhinosinusitis; pediatric; sinusitis.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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