How Post-Op Bleeding Differs with Intracapsular Tonsillectomy

With a post-op bleeding rate of just 0.5%, Dr. Stephen Chorney says that conversation around tonsillectomy complications looks very different with an intracapsular approach. Because he avoids the capsule, the bleeds he encounters are typically slow and manageable, not the kind of active hemorrhage that feels emergent. That experience even gives him confidence not to routinely stop antiplatelet or anticoagulant medications, knowing the bleeding profile tends to be much more controlled. Watch the full episode now: https://youtu.be/eKOIusOxy3c?si=182s5mT7gqXLUUQI This podcast is supported by Smith & Nephew. #ENT259 #Otolaryngology #Tonsillectomy #IntracapsularTonsillectomy --- The BackTable ENT Podcast is a resource for otolaryngologists to learn tips, techniques, and practical advice on all things ear, nose, and throat. Tune in to the BackTable ENT Podcast every week for candid conversations about rhinology, laryngology, otology, and head and neck surgery. Get notified when new episodes drop! Subscribe to the BackTable ENT Podcast on your go-to podcast platform, and follow us on your social media platform of choice for regular otolaryngology updates. ► https://www.backtable.com/shows/ent/subscribe