ArthroCare ENT InternationalCoblation® tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy is a gentle procedure for removing both tonsils and adenoids offering a fast and easy recovery.
Traditional methods remove tonsils and adenoids by cutting or burning, which can cause extensive pain and damage to surrounding healthy tissue. Compared to traditional ENT surgical methods such as electrocautery, patients treated with Coblation tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy typically experience less post-operative pain, faster healing, and fewer calls and visits to the doctor due to complications. Coblation does not remove the tonsils or adenoids by heating or burning, leaving the healthy tissue surrounding the tonsils unaffected. This innovative approach, results in minimal pain and rapid recovery for patients.
Adult Tonsillectomy
Most tonsillectomies are performed on children, but adults frequently need this procedure as well for many of the same reasons. There are certain considerations, however, that are unique to adult patients. Several are listed below. Before you make a decision, discuss the procedure with your physician and follow their instructions about and additional restrictions.
- Even though you should recover quickly from tonsillectomy, you should be prepared to miss several days to 2 weeks of work.
- Make sure that a responsible adult is available to drive you home from the hospital after the surgery.
- Do not drive a vehicle for 2-4 days after surgery.
- Do not smoke for 2-4 days after surgery.
- Do not consume alcoholic beverages for 2 days after surgery.
- For more information please download and read Tonsillectomy Patient Brochure
