This review aims to compare postoperative complication rates of tonsillectomy between children aged 2-3 years and those older than 3 years.
Conducted a systematic review of existing literature
Performed a meta-analysis of complication rates
Included studies on adenotonsillectomy in children aged 2-3 years
Complication rates for 2- and 3-year-olds are similar to those of older children
Ambulatory adenotonsillectomy appears to be safe for this age group
Abstract
Children between 2 and 3 years old have comparable rates of postoperative complications compared to children over 3 years old. As such, ambulatory adenotonsillectomy is likely safe in this age group.