Abstract
ObjectiveTo evaluate and compare the efficacy of postoperative control with digital photographs and physical examination for children who underwent tonsillectomy? MethodsIn this prospective study, 86 children (46 boys (53.5%) and 40 girls (46.5%) were enrolled for postoperative clinical visit and for obtaining photographs of the tonsillar bed with a digital camera at clinic control. ResultsNo difference in tonsillar fossa healing was observed between the two methods 2 weeks after surgery. ConclusionsDigital photographs proved to be a safe method for postoperative control of pediatric patients who underwent tonsillectomy. Adding control with outpatient follow-up will be useful for minimizing postoperative complications.
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