Adenoidectomy
The surgical removal of the adenoids, most often performed to relieve breathing obstruction or recurrent infections.
What is Adenoidectomy?
An adenoidectomy is the surgical removal of the adenoids, glandular tissue located at the back of the nasal cavity that can become enlarged and cause breathing obstruction or contribute to recurrent ear and sinus infections, particularly in children. Your surgeon removes the adenoid tissue through the mouth, with no external incision required. The procedure is often performed alongside a tonsillectomy when both tissues are contributing to symptoms, and is performed under general anaesthesia, typically taking fifteen to twenty minutes.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Chronic nasal obstruction or mouth breathing
- Recurrent ear infections linked to enlarged adenoids
- Sleep-disordered breathing or snoring caused by adenoid obstruction
- Recurrent sinus infections associated with enlarged adenoids
- Enlarged adenoids confirmed on examination or imaging
How does this procedure help?
Removing enlarged adenoids can significantly improve nasal breathing and reduce the frequency of ear and sinus infections they were contributing to. Many children experience noticeably better sleep quality and reduced snoring once healed. Recovery is generally quick, with most patients, particularly children, returning to normal activities within a week.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
2–4 weeks
Compared to Canada / USA
70–85% faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
60–85% less
Context
Patients in Canada and the USA wait an average of 6–18 months for elective procedures. In India's private sector, the same procedures are typically scheduled within 2–4 weeks of confirmation.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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