Anaesthetic management of paediatric adenotonsillectomy

  • Lindsey Strauss University of the Witwatersrand
Keywords: Paediatric Adenotonsillectomy, Tonsillectomy

Abstract

Tonsillectomy with or without adenoidectomy is one of the most frequent surgical procedures that are carried out globally. Although these children are often fit, anaesthesia for such cases can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality, and should not be undertaken lightly. An approach to the anaesthetic management of paediatric adenotonsillectomy is presented.

Author Biography

Lindsey Strauss, University of the Witwatersrand
MBBCh, DA, FCA Department of Anaesthesia Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital University of the Witwatersrand
Section
Anaesthetic Supplement