Impact on Quality of Life After Adenotonsilleomy in Pediatric Patients
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Objectives: To assess the impact of adenotonsillectomy on quality of life in pediatric patients. Methods: The study comprises of 50 patients who have underwent adenotonsillectomy, at S. P. M.C. Impact on adenotonsil health status and quality of life after surgery was assessed with questionnaire from Tonsil and Adenoid Health Status Instrument (TAHSI), and the Glasgow Children’s Benefit Inventory (GCBI) preoperatively, at the end 1 month, and 6 month after surgery. Results: All patients reported decreased number of visit to the doctor, absence from school, need for antibiotic prescription, better sleep pattern and improved overall quality of life of children. Conclusion: Tonsillectomy definitely leads to an improvement in the Quality of life in children and all parents were extremely satisfied with the surgical outcome. Almost all the parents reported decrease in visits to the doctor and in antibiotic prescription but there were no significant changes observed in the emotional aspects and personality of the children.
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Silu M, Dr. Deepchand, Samor V, Gupta G
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2018.4.2.039
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