Tonsillectomy in Recurrent Tonsillitis
Tonsillectomy in Recurrent Tonsillitis
The purpose of this study is to determine whether tonsillectomy is effective in preventing
 further streptococcal pharyngitis episodes in patients with recurrent tonsillitis.
Tonsillectomy is widely used worldwide in recurrent streptococcal tonsillitis, but its effect
 remains unknown.

 In this randomized controlled trial, the effect of tonsillectomy (compared to watchful
 waiting) in preventing further culture proven symptomatic streptococcal pharyngitis episodes
 is studied. In addition, symptoms after the operation, side effects, and life quality issues
 are recorded.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  At least 3 tonsillitis episodes during the preceding year (at least one verified by
 culture or antigen testing)

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Other serious illness

 -  Long term antibiotic treatment for other disease

 -  Documented immunologic disorder

 -  Pregnancy