ArticleCureus2023
Bacteriology of Adenoids and Tonsils in Children With Recurrent Adenotonsillitis.
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- Herpesvirus and Adenotonsillar Hypertrophy in Chinese Children: An Epidemiological and Clinical Analysis.World journal of otorhinolaryngology - head and neck surgery · 2026Article
- Comparing the Microbiome of the Adenoids in Children with Secretory Otitis Media and Children without Middle Ear Effusion.Microorganisms · 2024Article
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Abstract
introductionRecurrent adenotonsillitis (AT) commonly affects children and may be associated with various complications. Infections are common etiology, and microbial profiles may vary widely in different cases. In this study, we evaluated the bacterial profile and antibiotic sensitivity of pathogens identified in tonsil and adenoid core cultures in children with recurrent AT.
methodsIn this cross-sectional, observational study, culture and antibiotic sensitivity were performed from tonsil and adenoid core samples obtained after adenotonsillectomy of children (5 to 18 years) with recurrent AT. Children who had received antibiotics within one week before surgery were excluded. Drug sensitivity was performed only for drugs available on the hospital panel list.
resultsBacterial growth was observed in 83 (91.2%) tonsil core cultures (n=91) and 43 (79.6%) adenoid core cultures (n=54). In the tonsil and adenoid core cultures, poly-microbial growth was seen in 25 (27.0%) and 11 (25.6%) children, respectively. From the tonsil core cultures, the majority of the bacteria were sensitive to ciprofloxacin, ampicillin, piperacillin-tazobactam, cefoperazone-sulbactam, ceftazidime, cefotaxime, levofloxacin. From the adenoid core culture, the majority of the bacteria were sensitive to ciprofloxacin, ampicillin, piperacillin-tazobactam, cefoperazone-sulbactam, cephalexin, and cefotaxime.
conclusionIn recurrent AT, polymicrobial growth is not uncommon in both tonsil and adenoid core cultures. Identifying the correct pathogens and their antibiotic sensitivity patterns can help plan treatment strategies for the effective management of recurrent AT.
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