MODERN METHODS OF DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF CHRONIC TONSILLITIS

Chronic tonsillitis is one of the most common pathologies of the ENT organs and accounts for a significant portion of oropharyngeal diseases. According to various studies, the prevalence of chronic tonsillitis among the adult population ranges from 10 to 15%, and in certain populations, it can reach 37-63% [5]. The disease is characterized by a long-term inflammatory process in the palatine tonsils, accompanied by impairment of their barrier and immunological functions. Chronic tonsillitis can lead to the development of systemic complications, including rheumatic damage to the heart, joints, and kidneys. In recent years, modern diagnostic technologies have been actively introduced, including endoscopic methods, ultrasound diagnostics, compression elastography, and microbiological and molecular genetic studies. These methods allow for a more accurate determination of the disease form and the selection of optimal treatment strategies.