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2.	Tonsillectomy

Structures of the throat include the esophagus, trachea, epiglottis and tonsils.

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August 22, 2008

Christian Stone, MD, Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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Definition Alternative Names Description Why the Procedure Is Performed Risks Before the Procedure After the Procedure Outlook (Prognosis) References

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