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Frequency and mean age of surgical procedures (n = 13)
| Surgery | % patients (n/N) | Mean age (years) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of ear T-tubes or grommets | 46.2, (6/13) | 3.5 |
| Removal of tonsils | 30.8, (4/13) | 3.1 |
| Orthopaedic surgery (e.g. hip replacement) | 30.8, (4/13) | 11.5 |
| Removal of adenoids | 23.1, (3/13) | 5.8 |
| Dental treatment under general anaesthesia | 23.1, (3/13) | 9.0 |
| Insertion of a shunt to treat hydrocephalus | 7.7, (1/13) | 2.5 |
