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[Neurological complications following tonsillectomy].

F Donati1, J P Pfammatter, M Mauderli

  • 1Medizinische Universitäts-Kinderklinik, Universitäts-Hals-Nasen-Ohrenklinik, Inselspital, Bern.

Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|November 2, 1991
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Tonsillectomy rarely causes nerve damage. This study details five cases of cranial nerve issues, like glossopharyngeal or hypoglossal paresis, after tonsillectomy, exploring potential causes.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Tonsillectomy is a common surgical procedure.
  • Iatrogenic neurological complications are exceptionally rare following tonsillectomy.

Observation:

  • This report details five patients experiencing neurological deficits post-tonsillectomy.
  • Observed complications included glossopharyngeal nerve paresis, taste disturbances at the tongue base, and hypoglossal nerve paresis.

Findings:

  • The study identified isolated cranial nerve lesions as rare but possible complications of tonsillectomy.
  • Etiological factors for these specific neurological deficits are discussed.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of recognizing and investigating rare neurological complications after tonsillectomy.

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  • Contributes to a better understanding of potential iatrogenic nerve injuries in head and neck surgery.