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Rhinoscopy

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Rhinoscopy 

an instrumental diagnostic procedure used to examine the nasal cavity and to study the turbinate bones, nasal septum and vomer, and nasopharynx. The term “rhinoscopy” was introduced in 1860 by the Czech physiologist J. Czermak. Two-valved nasal specula, nasal dilators, and special mirrors are used in rhinoscopy.
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Examination Anterior rhinoscopy can be performed using a light or otoscope to inspect the anterior nasal cavity.
Rhinosinusitis: management guidelines: rhinosinusitis is a common ... by Lubbe, Darlene / CME: Your SA Journal of CPD
Anterior rhinoscopy revealed patent nares and a midline septum.
Bilateral transversely clefted middle turbinates by Dooley, Laura M.; Chang, C.W. David / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Initial office examination includes anterior rhinoscopy and inspection of the oropharynx.
Common ENT disorders by Deschler, Daniel G. / Southern Medical Journal
 
 
 
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