Impact of paediatric tonsillectomy perioperative management on pain, nausea and recovery: A prospective cohort study.
Julianne RichardsMary LangElizabeth AndresenKathryn O'LearyJacqueline Jauncey-CookeNicole AndersonHannah BurnsNicola SleeAmanda Judith UllmanMarie CookePublished in: Journal of paediatrics and child health (2019)
There was variety in perioperative and post-discharge care. Pain scores were infrequently documented post-tonsillectomy, and parents are generally dissatisfied with the management of post-operative pain and nausea. Further research is needed to provide a more consistent approach to perioperative management to promote recovery.