Publication: Tonsillectomy as Treatment for Periodic Fever, Aphthous Stomatitis, Pharyngitis, and Cervical Adenitis Syndrome
Date
2017
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Journal ISSN
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Publisher
Nepal Paediatric Society (JNPS)
Abstract
Abstract:
Although the etiology of periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and cervical adenitis (PFAPA) syndrome remain unclear, various treatments have been reported. We here describe two thought-provoking cases. Our experience suggests that tonsillectomy is effective against PFAPA syndrome, and can safely be performed in patients three years and older. We recommend that tonsillectomy be considered as early as possible in patients with PFAPA syndrome.
Description
Kazuto Taniguchi
Tara Town Hospital
Tatsuya Sakai
Tara Town Hospital
Yasunobu Ichiyama
Tara Town Hospital
Hirokazu Yamamoto
Tara Town Hospital
Kazuyasu Uemichi
Tara Town Hospital
Keywords
Tonsillectomy, PFAPA syndrome