What is tonsil and adenoid surgery?
What is tonsil and adenoid surgery?
Tonsil surgery (tonsillectomy) and adenoid surgery (adenoidectomy) are surgical procedures in which the adenoids and/or the palatine tonsils are removed. These procedures are typically performed to treat recurrent infections, chronic inflammation, breathing difficulties, or sleep-related disorders such as obstructive sleep apnoea.
Adenoidectomy performed under general anaesthesia using coblation technology.
Adenoidectomy performed under general anaesthesia using coblation technology.
Adenoidectomy: This is the surgical removal of the adenoids, a mass of lymphoid tissue located in the upper part of the throat behind the nasal cavity. The procedure is commonly performed in children when enlarged adenoids cause breathing difficulties, recurrent middle ear infections, or sleep-related breathing problems.
Adenoidectomy performed under general anaesthesia using coblation technology
Adenoidectomy performed under general anaesthesia using coblation technology
Tonsillectomy: This is the surgical removal of the palatine tonsils, which are located at the back of the throat. The tonsils play an important role in the immune system by helping to protect the body against infections. However, they may become problematic if they are frequently inflamed (chronic tonsillitis) or cause other complications, such as peritonsillar abscesses.
Reasons to choose surgery:
- Improved quality of life: Following surgery, patients often experience fewer sore throats, better sleep quality, and a reduced frequency of infections.
- Reduced need for antibiotics: Recurrent infections of the tonsils and adenoids often require repeated courses of antibiotics, which may contribute to the development of antibiotic resistance over time.
- Prevention of complications: If left untreated, persistent infections can lead to serious complications, such as abscess formation or respiratory tract infections.
Tonsil and adenoid surgery performed under general anaesthesia using coblation technology is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a specialised device called a coblator to remove tissue with precision. The coblator uses radiofrequency energy combined with saline solution to create a low-temperature plasma field, allowing tissue to be removed while minimising damage to the surrounding healthy structures.
Compared with traditional surgical techniques that rely on heat, such as electrocautery, coblation is associated with less postoperative pain, reduced bleeding, and faster recovery. Because of its precision and tissue-preserving properties, coblation is widely used for tonsil and adenoid surgery in both children and adults.
General anaesthesia ensures that the patient is completely asleep throughout the procedure, experiences no pain, and remains comfortable and safe during the operation.
Benefits of coblation surgery
- Less bleeding during and after surgery
- Reduced postoperative pain
- Faster healing and recovery
- Lower risk of postoperative complications
Coblation-assisted surgery is often chosen because it allows patients to recover more quickly. This is particularly beneficial for children and for adults wishing to return to their normal daily activities as soon as possible. In most cases, patients are discharged approximately three hours after the procedure.
Specialist health insurance
Specialist health insurance
Patients with supplementary health insurance or specialist medical insurance may be eligible for faster access to surgery without long waiting times. In these cases, a specialist affiliated with your insurance provider will carry out a consultation and determine whether surgery is medically indicated. If the procedure is approved, treatment can then be arranged.
For more information about your policy, coverage, and eligibility, we recommend contacting your insurance provider directly. They can advise you on participating specialists and the options available for expedited access to surgical treatment.
