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Coblation Intracapsular Tonsillectomy: Technique to Recovery

12 lessons · 1h 30m

Published: May 2026

This course offers an in-depth exploration of modern tonsillectomy techniques and postoperative management, featuring insights from Dr. Stephen Chorney, Dr. Kevin Huoh, Dr. Gopi Shah, and Dr. Ashley Agan. Through expert discussions, the course covers intracapsular surgical innovations, risk mitigation, complication management, and strategies to optimize recovery in pediatric patients. Participants will gain practical knowledge to improve patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction. This course is supported by Smith+Nephew.

Lessons

Intracapsular Tonsillectomy: Strategies, Efficacy, and Outcomes

  1. 1Indications and Efficacy of Intracapsular Tonsillectomy Approach
  2. 2Patient Counseling and Setting Expectations for Intracapsular Tonsillectomy
  3. 3Post-Op IC Tonsillectomy Bleeding Risk and Outcomes
  4. 4Tonsillectomy Technique Approaches and Equipment Strategies
  5. 5Intracapsular Coblation Tonsillectomy Technique: Case-Based Discussion

Advanced Strategies for Intracapsular Tonsillectomy and Post-Op Considerations

  1. 6IC Tonsillectomy: Patient Criteria for Post-Op Admission and Risk Stratification
  2. 7Pre-Op Risk Screening and Post-Op Respiratory Management Strategies
  3. 8Intracapsular vs. Extracapsular Bleeding Risk and Management: Counseling Patient Families
  4. 9After-Hours Bleed Protocols, TXA Utilization, and IC Tonsillectomy Surgical Techniques
  5. 10Age-Related Challenges, Managing Fibrotic Tissue, and Post-Op Pain Medication Protocol
  6. 11Post-Op Recovery Timeline for IC Approach and Toradol Use Considerations
  7. 12Post-Op Dehydration Management, Preventing Thermal Injuries, and Managing Pharyngeal Stenosis

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