Effect of adenotonsillectomy on ADHD symptoms of children with adenotonsillar hypertrophy and sleep disordered breathing

Adenotonsillectomy (AT) led to a significant decrease in ADHD symptoms in 53 children over a 6-month period.

• Children with adenotonsillar hypertrophy and sleep disordered breathing showed improvements in ADHD symptoms after AT.
• Symptoms measured included oppositional behavior, cognitive disorders, inattention, hyperactivity, and overall ADHD index.
• Improvements in ADHD symptoms were noted at both 3 and 6 months post-surgery.
• The reduction in severity of ADHD symptoms was more pronounced at the 6-month follow-up compared to the 3-month follow-up.
• Findings suggest a potential link between alleviating airway obstruction and decreased ADHD symptoms, though further research is needed.

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