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OPTONSILEV
Ever had operation on tonsils or adenoids
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Description

For sample persons under age 18, OPTONSILEV reports if the person has ever had an operation on the tonsils or adenoids. Persons who reported having an operation on the tonsils or adenoids are also included in OPNOSEV, which reports if the person has ever had an operation on the nose, mouth, or pharynx.

Comparability

This variable is completely comparable over time.

Universe

  • 1981: Sample persons under age 18.

Availability

  • 1981

Weights