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Intracapsular tonsillectomy involves the removal of
90 to 95 percent of tonsil tissue. The capsule is left intact in order to
reduce the amount of throat muscle that is removed.
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Conditions Treated with Intracapsular Tonsillectomy:
Intracapsular tonsillectomy may be performed in cases of tonsillitis and obstructive sleep apnea.
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There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
intracapsular tonsillectomy. A tonsillectomy is a surgical alternative to the
procedure.
Anesthesia with Intracapsular Tonsillectomy:
Intracapsular tonsillectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Intracapsular Tonsillectomy:
Possible risks following intracapsular tonsillectomy include dehydration, sore throat, bleeding, infection and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible for the tonsils to grow back or for a repeat surgery to be needed.
Prognosis after Intracapsular Tonsillectomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following intracapsular tonsillectomy is very good.
Recovery from Intracapsular Tonsillectomy:
Total recovery from intracapsular tonsillectomy takes two to three days.
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