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otolaryngologyor otorhinolaryngologyMedical specialty dealing with the ear, nose, and throat (see larynx, pharynx). The connection of these structures became known in the late 19th century. Otolaryngologists use an otoscope to examine the eardrum and a laryngoscope (developed in 1855) to inspect the larynx. They also test hearing and prescribe hearing aids. The operating microscope (developed in 1921) and flexible endoscopy now permit them to operate on delicate internal structures. otorhinolaryngology [¦ōd·ə¦rīn·ō‚lar·ən′gäl·ə ·jē] (medicine) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Because the head region is the preferred site of the extranodal form of the disease, otorhinolaryngologists and pathologists should always be aware of SHML in making a differential diagnosis. Doctors, first graph, fifth line should read xxx gastroenterologists, cardiologists and orthopedic surgeons (sted gastroenterologists, cardiologists and otorhinolaryngologists. Our study was made possible by the cooperation of otorhinolaryngologists and thoracic surgeons in Genoa, Italy. |
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