Tonsillectomy in West Bengal
Surgical removal of the tonsils through the mouth using electrocautery or cold-steel technique. Performed for recurrent tonsillitis, obstructive sleep apnea, or…
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Types of Tonsillectomy
Traditional cold-steel dissection tonsillectomy physically cuts out the tonsils, while electrocautery uses heat to remove and control bleeding simultaneously; newer techniques like coblation use radiofrequency energy for potentially less pain and faster recovery. The choice of technique often depends on surgeon preference and available equipment, with similar overall success rates.