There are several types of throat surgery that are commonly performed in India. Some common procedures include:
- Tonsillectomy: This is a surgery to remove the tonsils, which are lymph nodes in the back of the throat. It is often done to treat recurrent tonsillitis or sleep apnea.
- Adenoidectomy: This is a surgery to remove the adenoids, which are lymph nodes in the back of the throat. It is often done to treat recurrent infections or difficulty breathing through the nose.
- Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP): This is a surgery to remove excess tissue in the back of the throat, including the uvula, the soft palate, and the pharynx. It is often done to treat sleep apnea.
- Laryngeal surgery: This is surgery to remove tumors or other abnormal growths in the larynx (voice box). It can be done to treat cancer or other conditions.
- Tracheostomy: This is a surgery to create an opening in the neck through which a tube is inserted into the trachea (windpipe) to help with breathing. It may be done in cases where the airway is blocked or if a person needs to be on a ventilator.
- Thyroidectomy: This is a surgery to remove all or part of the thyroid gland, which is located in the neck. It may be done to treat thyroid cancer or other thyroid conditions.
- Pharyngeal pouch surgery: This is a surgery to remove a pouch or sac that has formed in the pharynx (the part of the throat that extends from the back of the mouth to the esophagus).
- Laryngoscopy: This is a procedure in which a small camera is inserted through the nose or mouth to examine the larynx (voice box). It is often done to diagnose problems with the larynx or to remove a foreign object that may be stuck in the throat.