International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology
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Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. · Mar 1995
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialThe effect of post-operative diet on recovery in the first twelve hours after tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.
The effect of post-operative diet selection on the recovery rate of 100 children ages 3-17 years undergoing tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T & A) was studied. In the first 12 h after T & A children were allowed either a 'restricted' diet of only soft foods and liquids or a 'non-restricted' diet of foods preselected and usually eaten by the child. Parental evaluation of the child's general well being, pain level and nausea were evaluated. ⋯ Children in the 'non-restricted' group were able to eat foods more often associated with their regular diet. No child from either group experienced any immediate or delayed complications. Implications for children and their families undergoing T & A are discussed.