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Coblation tonsillectomy

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Coblation is a state-of-the-art surgical technique that uses radiofrequency energy and natural saline to create a low-temperature plasma field. Coblation makes it possible to separate, remove or reduce tissue at a molecular level and stop bleeding if necessary.
As a very precise technique, coblation does not affect the surrounding tissue since plasma is generated only within 100-200 μm around the electrode.

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State-of-the-art palatine tonsillectomy method in children:

Coblation intracapsular tonsillectomy

This technique allows for precise removal of tonsillar tissue while preserving its capsule.
The risk of bleeding is significantly reduced and large blood vessels are spared.
There is a scientifically proven lower risk of postoperative bleeding.
Pain is reduced since tonsil bed muscles are not exposed during the procedure.
The procedure is possible even in very small children aged about 2 years.
The procedure is perfect for the treatment of palatine tonsillar hypertrophy (enlarged tonsils) causing sleep apnoea (interrupted breathing during sleep) in children.

Coblation adenoidectomy

Unlike the classic method, coblation adenoidectomy makes it possible to remove adenoid tissue in a very precise manner from the nasopharynx (the upper part of the throat behind the nose), with a particular focus on the pharyngeal openings of the auditory tubes. This prevents otitis media with effusion (middle ear infection) in children and inflammation of the choanae (internal nostrils) to improve breathing.

INTRACAPSULAR TONSILLECTOMY

Indications

recurrent pharyngitis (sore throat) several times a year
joint, kidney and heart diseases
treatment-resistant acne
snoring and sleep apnoea
halitosis (bad breath).

Contraindications:

taking anticoagulants (blood thinners)
active respiratory infection
poor general health
disorders that exclude general anaesthesia
allergy to anaesthetics

Evaluation for surgery:

The decision to perform the procedure is taken during an evaluation visit, during which the doctor also selects a surgical method and orders necessary tests. Based on their results and the assessment of the patient’s general condition, the decision on the procedure is made and a date is agreed upon.

Before the procedure

Before the procedure, the patient needs to have the following blood tests performed: complete blood count, INR, APTT and blood type with antibodies (not sooner than 2 weeks before the procedure).
If the patient has other, non-ENT conditions, it is necessary to consult their attending doctors and obtain certificates stating that there are no contraindications to the procedure.
If the patient is on anticoagulants, these should be replaced with subcutaneous injections for the period of 7 days before and 10 days after the procedure.
Taking any medication on the day of the procedure should be discussed with the operating doctor.
The patient should not eat or drink anything for 6 hours before the procedure.

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