Tonsillectomy is a surgical operation that removes the tonsils from the sides of the pharynx (throat). It is a highly effective operation when performed for the correct indication.

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Common indications include recurrent tonsillitis, sleep apnoea, snoring, unilateral tonsillitis, Typically, the procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and patients will require hospitalization for 1-3 days.

Tonsillectomy is performed with cold instruments, electrocautery, lasers and Coblation.

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In children Adenoids are often removed together with the tonsils and this is usually performed to reduce middle ear infections, sleep apnoea or recurrent upper respiratory tract problems.