Can probiotic gargles reduce post-tonsillectomy morbidity in adult patients? A pilot, triple-blind, randomised, controlled trial and feasibility study.
- 2022-03-23
- RCT
- The Journal of laryngology and otology 137(3)
- M V Nasserallah
- N M de Silva
- V Tobin
- W M Rozen
- D J Hunter-Smith
- PubMed: 35317870
- DOI: 10.1017/s0022215122000743
- High evidence
The probiotic group experienced less pain at rest on day 2. However, the amount of oxycodone (5 mg) tablets used was greater in the probiotic group compared with placebo.
- Neutral
- Small effect