A Structured Discharge Letter and an Illustrated Booklet Increase Awareness and Compliance after Tonsillectomy
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Background: Post-tonsillectomy bleeding is life threatening. A previous study found that 30% of patients who suffered from post-operative bleeding did not seek medical assistance although instructed to do so. We therefore compiled a new list of instructions and a colorful illustrated booklet written in 4 languages.
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تاریخ انتشار 2016