Torsion of the palatine tonsil.
Torsion of a pedunculated part of the palatine tonsil is extremely rare. This paper discusses the clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, treatment of such a case and reviews the existing literature.
Prikas
K G
KG
Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Victoria Infirmary, Glasgow, UK.
Bingham
B J
BJ
D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014066:Palatine Tonsil / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D010608:Pharyngeal Diseases / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D014102:Torsion Abnormality