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Rationalization of peritonsillar abscess as an indication for tonsillectomy
1ENT Department, Manchester Royal Infirmary.
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|January 1, 1988
Abstract:
It has been widely held that peritonsillar abscess is a strong, if not absolute, indication for tonsillectomy, performed either immediately or after an interval of some weeks. A retrospective study of 48 patients is presented. It appears that age and the incidence of previous throat infections can be related to the likelihood of further problems and the need for operation.