adenoidectomy

Thân thiện

A child recovers in a hospital bed after an adenoidectomy.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Surgical removal of the adenoids: An adenoidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the adenoid glands from the nasopharynx. It is commonly performed to address chronic infections, nasal obstruction, or sleep-disordered breathing.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The ENT specialist recommended an adenoidectomy for the child with persistent breathing difficulties.
  • Recovery from an adenoidectomy typically takes about one to two weeks.

Advanced Usage

• Medical Context: The term is used specifically in otolaryngology (ENT) and surgical contexts. It is often discussed in conjunction with a tonsillectomy.
  • The procedure, an adenoidectomy, is considered when conservative treatments for adenoid hypertrophy fail.

Variants and Related Words

• Adenoidectomies (n): The plural form of .
  • The surgeon has performed hundreds of adenoidectomies over her career.
• Adenoid (n): The mass of lymphatic tissue that is removed during the procedure.
• Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T&A) (n): A common combined surgical procedure.
  • The child was scheduled for a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.

Synonyms

• Adenoid removal: A descriptive synonym for the procedure.
• Adenotonsillectomy: Specifically refers to the combined removal of both the adenoids and tonsils, not a direct synonym for alone.

Related Phrases

• To undergo an adenoidectomy: The phrase describing the patient's experience.
  • The patient will undergo an adenoidectomy next month.
• Post-adenoidectomy care: Instructions given after the surgery.
  • Proper post-adenoidectomy care is essential for a smooth recovery.

Học thuật

Noun

1. surgical removal of the adenoids; commonly performed along with tonsillectomy