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Quinsy tonsillectomy or interval tonsillectomy--a prospective randomised trial

J J Fagan1, P J Wormald

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town.

South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
|October 1, 1994
PubMed
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Quinsy tonsillectomy (QT) offers advantages over drainage and interval tonsillectomy (IT) for peritonsillar abscesses, with fewer lost workdays and less blood loss. QT simplifies the procedure and improves patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Peritonsillar abscesses (PTAs) are common complications of tonsillitis.
  • Management options include drainage and delayed tonsillectomy (interval tonsillectomy, IT).
  • Immediate tonsillectomy (quinsy tonsillectomy, QT) is an alternative approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the outcomes of quinsy tonsillectomy (QT) versus interval tonsillectomy (IT) in patients with peritonsillar abscesses.
  • To evaluate complications, blood loss, and recovery time associated with each surgical approach.

Main Methods:

  • Randomized controlled trial involving 51 patients with peritonsillar abscesses.
  • Patients were assigned to either immediate quinsy tonsillectomy (QT) or interval tonsillectomy (IT) after initial drainage.

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  • Outcomes measured included blood loss, operating time, working days lost, and complications.

    • Main Results:

    • The QT group experienced significantly less blood loss (158.6 ml vs. 205.7 ml) and fewer lost working days (10.3 vs. 17.9) compared to the IT group.
    • Hemostasis was easier and the operation was technically simpler in the QT group.
    • No significant difference in hospital stay or complications was observed between the groups.
    • Only 64% of patients in the IT group ultimately underwent tonsillectomy.

    Conclusions:

    • Quinsy tonsillectomy (QT) presents distinct advantages over both drainage and interval tonsillectomy (IT) in managing peritonsillar abscesses.
    • QT leads to quicker recovery and a simpler surgical experience.
    • QT may improve patient compliance with definitive surgical treatment.