Tonsillitis Flashcards
1
Q
what are the complications of tonsillitis?
A
- otitis media
- quinsy
- rheumatic fever and glomerulonephritis
2
Q
what is the criteria for considering a tonsillectomy?
A
- sore throats are due to tonsillitis
- > /= 5 episodes per year
- occuring for at least a year
- episodes are disabling and prevent normal functioning
3
Q
what associated complications of tonsillitis are indications of tonsillectomy?
A
- recurrent febrile convulsions
- obstructive sleep apnoea, stridor or dysphagia
- quinsy
4
Q
what is qunisy?
A
peritonsillar abscess
5
Q
what are the primary complications of tonsillectomy?
A
<24 hours
* haemorrage (most commonly due to inadequate haemostasis)
* pain
6
Q
what are the secondary complications of tonsillectomy?
A
24 hours - 10 days
* haemorrage (most commonly due to infection)
* pain
