Coblation versus microdebrider in pediatric adenoidectomy.

Objective: To compare and contrast coblation and microdebrider with touch-up electrocautery (ME) for adenoidectomy in children.

Methods: Patients <18 years old undergoing adenoidectomy without tonsillectomy were selected for this prospective, single-blinded, randomized controlled trial. Participants were enrolled into one of two groups based on birth date: coblation or ME.

Coblation-assisted closure of persistent tracheocutaneous fistulae.

Persistent tracheocutaneous fistulae (PTCFs) are sequelae of long-term tracheostomy tube use, and while many procedures exist to correct this issue, several are invasive and incur risk to the patient. This case study discusses a minimally invasive approach to closure of small PFTFs with a coblator device that may reduce the risks associated with other closure procedures. We demonstrated successful tracheocutaneous fistulae closure after coblation in all 4 patients that the operation was performed.