An adenoidectomy can make a difference for many children, Dr. Pransky said. Even small adenoids can be a problem. Improvement of symptoms ranges from 50% to 70%. Often younger children respond better than older ones.
About 10%–15% of the population has concha bullosa—an aerated middle turbinate.
Dr. Pransky said he is involved with research with ArthroCare Corp. and Medtronic Inc.