August 7, 2025CureusOpen Access

Exploring the Feasibility of Daycase Pediatric Tonsillectomy in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Retrospective Review

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Retrospective review evaluates tonsillectomy outcomes in pediatric patients, suggesting daycase procedures remain viable albeit below targets.

Tonsillectomy is a common procedure in pediatric otolaryngology, highlighting its significance in this population.
Of the 65 pediatric patients studied, 60% were admitted postoperatively, while 40% were discharged the same day.
Application of UK guidelines revealed potential for improved daycase rates, yet both were lower than the 80% GIRFT target.
Specific patient factors may hinder achieving higher daycase rates, indicating challenges in local practices.

Alkatheeri et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Retrospective review evaluates tonsillectomy outcomes in pediatric patients, suggesting daycase procedures remain viable albeit below targets.