Predictors of Complications of Tonsillectomy With or Without Adenoidectomy in Hospitalized Children and Adolescents in the United States, 2001-2010: A Population-Based Study

In conclusion, hospitalized children who underwent tonsillectomy (w/woA) in large or teaching hospitals, or during elective admissions had lower risk of complications. Comorbidity is an important independent predictor of complications in this cohort.

Source: Clinical Pediatrics - June 1, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Allareddy, V., Martinez-Schlurmann, N., Rampa, S., Nalliah, R. P., Lidsky, K. B., Allareddy, V., Rotta, A. T. Tags: Articles Source Type: research