Earlier this month, McMaster Children’s Hospital in Hamilton, Ont. announced it “paused scheduled tonsil and adenoid surgical procedures for patients under the age of 18” following the deaths of two ...

Preston's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy: Preparing for Surgery and Post-Op Care Tips for a 5-Year-Old. In this video, ...

THURSDAY, June 7, 2018 -- Having tonsils removed in childhood is supposed to end chronic earaches and breathing problems. But what if it also increases risk of respiratory infections? "We found that ...

The chief of pediatric surgery at McMaster Children’s Hospital says the deaths of two children following tonsil and adenoid surgeries at his hospital are “tragic” and “very rare.” “We are deeply ...

An Iowa City parent is suing a surgeon after their 2-year-old died following a procedure to remove his adenoids. The otolaryngologist was assisted by a University of Iowa medical resident. On April 2, ...

But just what is OSA, and why does it matter, in kids? If a child pauses for two full breathing cycles while asleep, that is abnormal, and should be discussed with the child’s physician. (Adults can ...