Investigation of Postoperative Oral Fluid Intake as a Predictor of Postoperative Emergency Department Visits After Pediatric Tonsillectomy.

Importance: This study contributes novel data on the association between oral fluid intake before discharge and adverse outcomes following tonsillectomy in pediatric patients. These data contribute to evidence-based, safe, and cost-effective decision making regarding discharge.

Objective: To determine whether the quantity of oral fluid intake before discharge is associated with adverse outcomes following tonsillectomy in pediatric patients.