Mastoidectomy may not improve otologic outcomes following perforation repair

Mastoidectomy may not improve otologic outcomes following perforation repair
Partial tonsillectomy is equivalent to total tonsillectomy for the treatment of obstructive symptoms in children; however the outcomes are not standardized and many studies are limited
Although rare, long-term taste complications following tonsillectomy may indicate a need for more pre-op counseling and post-op follow-up