2.8 Age-Dependent Relationship Between Adenotonsillectomy and Subsequent ADHD Diagnosis

ADHD presents symptoms similar to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), yet OSA is not included in the common practice parameters. This research sought to identify the potential influence of tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T&A), a common treatment for OSA, on the development of ADHD.

Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - October 1, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Elijah Hale, Caroline Smith, Bradley T. Zastrow, Anne Penner Source Type: research