International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology
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Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. · Nov 2011
Comparative StudyPredicting complications after adenotonsillectomy in children 3 years old and younger.
To identify risk factors for complications in the first 24h after surgery in the young (<4 years old) adenotonsillectomy patient. ⋯ Knowing the stated risk factors for complications in the early post-operative period after adenotonsillectomy in the younger pediatric patient can help select certain patients for closer monitoring. Specifically, children aged 1-2 years old with a history of nasal obstruction from large adenoids, gastroesophageal reflux disease, prematurity, and/or cardiovascular anomalies appear to be at higher risk for early complications and should warrant closer observation.