The Journal of laryngology and otology
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Efficacy of clindamycin in reducing pain following tonsillectomy in adults: a double-blind, randomised trial.
Tonsillectomy is a common operation performed in children and young adults. Pain and post-operation haemorrhage are its most common complications. This study was designed to evaluate the efficacy of topical antibiotics in reducing throat pain after tonsillectomy in adult patients. ⋯ Topical clindamycin was not demonstrated to be more effective than normal saline in the reduction of throat pain following tonsillectomy in adults.