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Jul 2017
14m 40s

227. Tonsillectomy

SURGERY 101 TEAM
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In this episode, Dr. Dan O'Connell, an Otolaryngologist – Head and Neck surgeon form the University of Alberta discusses Tonsillectomies. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Understand the important functions of the tonsil Discuss indications for tonsillectomy Identify post operative management options Understand complications associ ... Show More
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