Brazilian journal of otorhinolaryngology
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Braz J Otorhinolaryngol · Jan 2019
Multicenter StudyLong-term follow-up of tonsillectomy efficacy in children with PFAPA syndrome.
The role of tonsillectomy in the periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and adenitis syndrome, is controversial. Although some studies reported high success rates with tonsillectomy, further investigations are needed with larger numbers of patients. ⋯ Tonsillectomy is a good option for the treatment of periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and adenitis syndrome.