title: A traditional approach to surgery of the tonsils and adenoids.
abstract: Current indications and contraindications for tonsil and adenoid surgery are discussed and the surgical techniques used are reviewed. A philosophy for managing patients is presented.
authors.forename: A D
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Kornblut
mesh_terms: D000233:Adenoidectomy; D000556:Ambulatory Surgical Procedures; D000758:Anesthesia; D006801:Humans; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care; D014068:Tonsillectomy