Tonsillectomy

Overview

A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils, which are two small oval-shaped pads of tissue located at the back of the throat on either side of the throat. Tonsillectomies are often performed to treat chronic tonsillitis, recurrent throat infections, obstructive sleep apnea, and certain other throat-related conditions. The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and involves cutting away the tonsils and removing them from the throat. Recovery time typically takes about two weeks and may involve soreness and discomfort. Tonsillectomies can help improve the health of the throat by reducing the rate of recurrent throat infections, reducing snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, and improving breathing. As such, it can significantly improve the quality of life for those who require the procedure.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 22 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• Using the modified OSA-questionnaire to determine the prevalence of a high risk of severe obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome.
  V. Vathanophas et al. · 2025 · Congenital Anomalies
• Using the modified OSA‐questionnaire to determine the prevalence of a high risk of severe obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome
  2025 · Congenital Anomalies
• A Multifaceted Approach to Seizure Management in a Patient With Down Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Hypothyroidism: A Case Report
  2024 · Cureus
• A Multifaceted Approach to Seizure Management in a Patient With Down Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Hypothyroidism: A Case Report
  2024 · Cureus
• The Assessment of Sleep Disorders in Patients with Intellectual Disability
  2024 · Autism and child psychopathology series
• Sleep assessment in adults with Down syndrome: correlation between functionality and polysomnographic findings
  2023 · Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria
• Sleep assessment in adults with Down syndrome: correlation between functionality and polysomnographic findings
  2023 · Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria
• Tongue-Based Procedures in Treating Refractory Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Down Syndrome Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  2021 · FACE

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