Adenoid hypertrophy

This study compares two types of tonsil surgery for adults with obstructive sleep apnea and enlarged tonsils. One surgery removes the tonsils completely, while the other removes only part of them. The goal is to see if the less invasive approach works just as well at improving br…

This study will test if people can accurately measure their own tonsil size using a mirror, flashlight, and phone camera. Ninety participants will first assess their tonsils at home, then have their tonsils evaluated by a medical student and two ear, nose, and throat specialists.…

This study compares two ways to lift the soft palate during throat surgery to see which causes fewer injuries. About 138 people aged 2 to 70 who need this type of surgery will be randomly assigned to either the standard double-strap method or a new full-wrap method. The goal is t…

This study looks at whether watching cartoons or listening to breath-synchronized interactive stories can help children aged 6-9 feel less afraid and more comfortable while using a nebulizer for breathing medication. About 96 children with respiratory conditions will be randomly …

This study tests if applying cold (cryotherapy) to the wrist before a blood draw from the artery can reduce pain. It involves 258 adults with chronic respiratory diseases who need this test. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to make the procedure less painful.

This study looks at how removing the adenoids and tonsils changes children's voices and speech. Thirty-six children aged 4 to 13 will have their voices tested before surgery and again 1 and 3 months after. The goal is to help doctors better explain possible voice changes to famil…

This study will compare two anesthesia drugs—remimazolam and propofol—in 558 children aged 3 to 6 who are having their tonsils or adenoids removed. The main goal is to see which drug leads to better brain development 1 to 3 years after surgery. Children will be randomly assigned …