Lingual tonsillectomy in a child with obstructive sleep apnea: a novel technique.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We report on a case of lingual tonsillar hyperplasia contributing to refractory obstructive sleep apnea in a 5-year-old patient. We describe a novel technique utilizing suspension laryngoscopy and a laryngeal angled shaver to remove obstructive lingual tonsillar tissue. We review the available techniques for lingual tonsillectomy and propose theoretical advantages to the novel approach.
Medical subject headings
- Palatine Tonsil
- Sleep Apnea, Obstructive
- Tonsillectomy