Adenoidectomy with Radiofrequency Ablation (Coblator) Technique

Adenoidectomy with Radiofrequency Ablation (Coblator) Technique: A Crowe-Davis mouth gag is placed to provide adequate visualization of the oral cavity. A red rubber catheter is passed from the nose through the nasopharynx and back out through the mouth to provide anterior retraction of the soft palate. A dental mirror is placed in the oropharynx to enable adequate visualization of the nasopharynx. Radiofrequency ablation (Coblation) is used to remove the adenoid tissue. Hemostasis is achieved and the nasopharynx should be irrigated. Prior to cessation of anesthesia, an orogastric tube should be used to suction fluid from the stomach.

Obstruction from adenoid hypertrophy or chronic/recurrent adenoiditis

Active local infection, certain hematologic disorders, certain pharyngeal anatomical abnormalities

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Pain, bleeding, infection, nasopharyngeal stenosis, velopharyngeal insufficiency

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