Adenoidectomy – Adenoidectomy

Describes how to remove the adenoids

Adenoidectomy – surgical removal of the adenoids. Adenoids are composed of fabric, located behind the nose around the throat. They, According to researchers, help the development of immunity from infections in children.

Indications for removal of adenoids

Adenoidjektomija usually done, to remove enlarged adenoids, that clog the nasal passage. Removal of the adenoids is also used, to cure long term respiratory viral infections (SARS) and recurrent ear infections.

Possible complications when removing adenoids

If you plan to have surgery, you need to know about possible complications, which may include:

• Infection;
• Lymphoid tissue can sometimes grow again;
• Bleeding;
• Some change of voice;
• The negative reaction to anesthesia.

Factors, that may increase the risk of complications, include:

• Previous adverse reaction to anesthesia
• Bleeding;
• Cleft palate.

How to be removal of adenoids?

Preparing for Surgery

Before the operation it is necessary to pass the following tests:

• Physical examination of tonsil, throat and neck;
• Blood test;
• Make the x-ray – to estimate the size of the adenoids.

Perhaps it will be necessary to stop taking certain medicines a week before surgery, eg:

• Aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drugs;
• Blood thinners, such as warfarin, Clopidogrel.

You can't take food less than six hours before the procedure.

Anesthesia

The operation is performed under general anesthesia, during the operation the patient is asleep.

Activity description

Most often, adenoids are removed through the mouth surgically. To remove a lymphoid interstitial tissue, use a scalpel or other type of surgical instruments. It also uses electric current. Sometimes, adenoids are removed through the nose. In place procedures are placed gauze swabs, to prevent bleeding.

Radiofrequency amputation – type of procedure, which uses high temperature, to destroy fabric. It can be used, to reduce the amount and size of adenoids. This method of removing adenoids less remaining. It also causes less pain.

After operation

The patient is transferred to the recovery room, until the anesthesia wears off.

How long does the surgery?

The operation takes about 30-45 minutes.

Will it hurt?

Anesthesia will prevent pain during the procedure. Immediately after surgery often feel pain in the throat. For pain relief after surgery appoint appropriate painkillers.

The time spent in hospital

Typically, an extract from the hospital comes on the day of surgery. The stay may be longer, If there are complications.

Postoperative care

Recovery takes 7-14 days. After the procedure may occur:

• Light bleeding;
• Nasal congestion;
• Sore throat;
• Bad breath;
• Difficulty swallowing;
• Ear pain or sore throat;
• Pain in the neck.

To ease the discomfort and speed recovery needed:

• Eat a light meal of soft foods for the first few days;
• Avoid hot liquids;
• Take antibiotics to prevent infection;
• As the need to take pain relievers;
• Avoid strenuous movements;
• You need to follow the instructions of your doctor.

It is necessary to go to the hospital in cases:

• Occurrence of bleeding from the mouth or nose (If the child makes a lot of swallowing movements, you need to check for the presence of blood, throat);
• Redness, edema, pain, or discharge from the nose or mouth;
• Swelling or redness of the eye;
• Signs of infection, including fever and chills;
• Inability to relieve pain using painkillers;
• Uncontrollable nausea or vomiting;
• Noisy or shortness of breath.