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Native manual tonsillectomy: A dangerous practice in Asir.

M el-H El-Awad¹, E Vijayakumar, R K Malhotra

¹Departments of Pediatrics, and Anesthesia, College of Medicine, King Saud University-Abha Branch, Abha, and Department of Pediatrics, Asir Central Hospital, Asir, Saudi Arabia.

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A traditional manual tonsillectomy by local healers in Saudi Arabia is described. This practice, performed on children, can lead to severe complications and may be widespread in the community.

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Area of Science:

Medical Anthropology
Public Health
Otolaryngology

Background:

Traditional medicine practices persist in various communities worldwide.
The Tihamat Asir region in Saudi Arabia has unique cultural health practices.
Tonsillectomy is a common surgical procedure, but traditional methods are rarely documented.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a previously unreported traditional manual tonsillectomy.
To highlight the potential risks and complications associated with this practice.
To raise awareness about the prevalence of such traditional treatments in the community.

Main Methods:

Case series reporting on children admitted to Asir Central Hospital (ACH).
Clinical observation and documentation of symptomatology.
Review of existing literature on traditional medical practices in the region.

Main Results:

A native manual tonsillectomy performed by local healers was identified.
Children undergoing this procedure presented with diverse clinical symptoms.
The practice poses significant risks for serious complications.

Conclusions:

The traditional manual tonsillectomy in Tihamat Asir is a concerning practice.
Healthcare providers should be aware of potential complications arising from such traditional treatments.
Further investigation into the prevalence and impact of this practice is warranted.