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Tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of the tonsils
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What is tonsillectomy mean?
A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils, which are two small glands located at the back of the throat. This procedure is often done to treat recurrent tonsillitis or breathing problems caused by enlarged tonsils.
What does the medical abbreviation TE mean?
tetanus or tonsillectomy
What is the suffix for tonsillectomy?
The suffix in tonsillectomy is -ectomy which means to cut out or remove by cutting.
Can you have strep throat after tonsillectomy?
Tonsillectomy does not give you any protection against strep throat.
What is a surgical procedure performed on the pharynx?
Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure performed on the pharynx.
What does diagnosis code 787.20 mean for tonsilectomy and adenoidectomy?
There's a swallowing dyfunction after tonsillectomy or called dysphagia
Can a person who has undergone a tonsillectomy donate blood?
tonsillectomy person should not donate bloo
What gets removed during a tonsillectomy?
Both the tonsils are removed during tonsillectomy
How long before you can return to work after adult tonsillectomy?
It takes approximately three weeks to return to work after an adult tonsillectomy.
What is it called when you get your tonsils taken out?
Tonsillectomy.
What sutures are used for tonsillectomy?
linen
How many syllables are there in the word tonsillectomy?
5
