[Effectiveness of tonsillectomy, evaluated by acoustic rhinometry]

Area of Science:

• Otolaryngology
• Pediatric Surgery
• Respiratory Physiology

Background:

• Adenoid hypertrophy is the most frequent cause of nasal obstruction in children.
• This condition can lead to altered respiratory function, facial development, and middle ear issues.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the surgical outcomes of adenoidectomy in children with adenoid hypertrophy.
• To assess the utility of acoustic rhinometry in quantifying nasal cavity changes post-surgery.

Main Methods:

• Acoustic rhinometry was employed to measure nasal cavity cross-sectional areas and volumes.
• Measurements were taken in 45 pediatric patients before and after adenoidectomy.
• The nasal cavity was divided into anterior (0-32 mm) and posterior (32-64 mm) zones for analysis.

Main Results:

• Surgery resulted in significant increases in both nasal cavity areas and volumes.
• Acoustic rhinometry demonstrated its effectiveness in quantifying these morphometric improvements.
• Clinical data correlated with rhinometric findings.

Conclusions:

• Adenoidectomy is an effective treatment for nasal obstruction caused by adenoid hypertrophy in children.
• Acoustic rhinometry is a valuable tool for objectively assessing the results of adenoidectomy.