New tonsil surgery for chronic tonsillitis and sleep issues
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests a new, less invasive way to remove tonsils using a special tool that uses radiofrequency energy to cut and seal tissue. It might help people who have frequent tonsil infections or trouble breathing during sleep.
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Who can take part
- You have had tonsillitis 3 or more times a year for the last 2 years
- You snore, choke, or stop breathing during sleep
- You are between 3 and 65 years old
- You do not have serious heart, lung, liver, kidney, or blood disorders
- You can understand and agree to the study rules
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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