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Post-tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy hemorrhage.

K Chowdhury1, T L Tewfik, M D Schloss

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Montreal Children's Hospital, Quebec, Canada.

The Journal of Otolaryngology
|February 1, 1988
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Postoperative bleeding after tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy occurs in 2.5% of cases. Major hemorrhage, requiring anesthesia or transfusion, affects 29% of primary bleeds and 8% of secondary bleeds.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage is a significant concern.
  • Understanding the incidence and characteristics of bleeding is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence and outcomes of primary and secondary post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage.
  • To define criteria for major post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 6842 tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies.
  • Data collection on bleeding events, timing, interventions, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Overall bleeding incidence was 2.5%.
  • Primary hemorrhage (1.0%) occurred within 12 hours in 78% of cases.

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  • Secondary hemorrhage (1.2%) required re-operation or transfusion in 29% (primary) and 8% (secondary) of cases, respectively.

    • Conclusions:

    • Established criteria for classifying major post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage.
    • Findings are relevant for outpatient adenotonsillectomy safety and management protocols.