The role of tonsillar health in autoimmune conditions of the oral cavity: a pilot study

Tonsillectomy has been proposed as a treatment for various autoimmune conditions, most notably chronic plaque and guttate psoriasis. The literature on this topic is scant; however, some clinicians continue to recommend tonsillectomies when first-line treatment is ineffective, despite lack of definitive evidence. According to the limited data, patients with psoriasis may exhibit significant improvement in their condition and quality of life after tonsillectomies. To the best of our knowledge, the association of tonsillar health and tonsillectomy with oral autoimmune conditions has not been studied.
Source: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research