Chronic tonsillitis in the practice of ENT and cardiology

Abstract

The problem of chronic tonsillitis (CT), its complications and associated diseases with positions of ENT doctor and cardiologist. The etiology and pathogenesis are also presented, as well as chemotherapy and clinical manifestations of conjugate pathology. A modern classification of CT is also presented. We consider the diagnosis of CT and related diseases.

Keywords

• pirogov-valdeyera lymphatic ring
• tonsils
• immunity
• streptococcal infection
• toxic and allergic reactions
• sore throat
• chronic tonsillitis
• coupled pathology
• rheumatic diseases
• acute rheumatic fever
• chronic rheumatic heart disease
• systemic vasculitis