# Conclusion

Presentations with tonsillitis and PTA during the initial peak of the COVID-19 pandemic were below previous rates. The management of these cases was notably different, with high rates of IV steroid use, avoidance of PTA drainage for some patients, and an overall shift towards outpatient care. This national study highlights that many patients who may previously have been admitted to hospital following their acute assessment and management, may be safely discharged from the ED.