BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: To assess the possibility of adenoid size asymmetry in both nasal sides by
nasopharyngoscopy.
DESIGN AND SETTINGS: This is a prospective study involving 100 children, with age ranging between 1 and
12 years, performed in Saudi Arabia between January 2010 and December 2011.
METHODS: Adenoid was examined and graded I-IV in relation to posterior choana bilaterally by flexible nasopharyngoscopy.
The adenoid grade was compared with the other side in each child.