An adenoidectomy is a surgery to remove the adenoids — a mass of soft tissue behind the nasal cavity. Adenoids are the
same tissue type as tonsils. During this surgery, your child or youth will be put to sleep using general anesthesia and the adenoids will be removed through the mouth.
Below you will find a variety of resources to help you better understand, cope with and/or support someone getting an adenoidectomy.
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