Tonsillectomy - Mayo Clinic Tonsillectomy (ton-sih-LEK-tuh-me) is surgery to remove the tonsils The tonsils are two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat There's one tonsil on each side Tonsillectomy was once used to treat infection and inflammation of the tonsils This is a condition called tonsillitis
Tonsillectomy - Wikipedia Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure in which both palatine tonsils are fully removed from the back of the throat [1] The procedure is mainly performed for recurrent tonsillitis, throat infections and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) [1]
Can Adults Remove Their Tonsils? - WebMD Adults have their tonsils taken out, too Learn why you might need a tonsillectomy and how the recovery differs between kids and adults
Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Surgery - MedicineNet Learn about tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy surgery, a tonsil removal procedure Information on what to expect prior to surgery, during the surgery, risks, complications, and recovery time from a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy