Preauricular Cysts and Ear Cysts
Preauricular sinus/cysts are caused by an embryological hillocks fusion abnormality when the outer ear is formed around 8-12 week intrauterine life. It is a common problem in many individuals and is estimated that up to 3% of the population may have the sinuses in the upper part of the ear (superior part of the auricle). […]
Thyroglossal duct cyst
Thyroglossal duct cyst is a benign cyst arising from the remnants of the thyroid gland that has descended down to the lower neck during intrauterine life. This can appear at any age, common in the ages 2 to 20 years old. The incidence is estimated at 1 in 1000 and accounts for 70% of all […]
Sinusitis and Balloon Sinuplasty
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Guidelines for GP referrals: Tonsillectomy or Adenoidectomy in children and adults
Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Surgery
https://ent4kids.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/14768877826461_fullscreen.mp4 What is a tonsillectomy and how is it performed recovery and risks? Tonsillectomy is performed on a general anaesthetic, the patient is completely sleeping and unaware of the procedure. The surgery takes 30 minutes with the anaesthetic the whole procedure may take anywhere between 45 and 60 minutes. It is commonly done as a […]
When do you need your Adenoids or Tonsils Removed?
https://ent4kids.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/14836460022882_fullscreen_en.mp4 Common Indications for Adenoidal and Tonsillar Enlargement Treatment Obstruction: Adenoidal and tonsillar enlargement causing airway obstruction. Recurrent Strep Throat: Group A Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus (GABHS) positive children, especially with comorbidities. Frequent Tonsillar Infections: Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA): Enlarged tonsils or adenoids contributing to sleep disturbances. Suspected Malignancy: When there are concerns about […]
What are Tonsils and Adenoids?
https://ent4kids.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NAR_Tons_Ovr_fullscreen_en.mp4 There are made up of lymphoid tissue, therefore, produced lymphocytes to fight against bothbacterial and viral infections, however large proportion of this work is done by the liver spleen andbone marrow which usually takes over producing lymphocytes following early infancy. Tonsillar enlargement causes difficulty with breathing, eating, swallowing and speaking in particular can cause […]
GP Guidelines for the management of Acute Otitis Media AOM ear infections
Acute otitis media (AOM) is an acute inflammation of the middle ear. It is very common in early childhood with a peak prevalence between 6 and 18 months of age. Causes may be multifactorial, often secondary to the Eustachian Tube dysfunction during a viral upper respiratory infection. Diagnosis Febrile, crying children may have a […]
Acute Otitis Media Ear Infections
What is otitis media and ear infections? Normally the ear is filled with air. When the middle ear air is replaced with fluid this condition is then known as otitis media with effusion. This is very common in children up to the age of 7 years old. The peak incidence of acute otitis media and […]
Grommets and Middle Ear Effusion – Glue Ear
Middle Ear Effusion Middle ear effusion is common in children aged 1-6. Glue ear refers to the gluey consistency of the fluid that remains in the middle ear. The fluid can be gluey or straw-coloured yellowy fluid. Middle ear effusion can occur following episodes of acute otitis media or without acute inflammation due to other […]
