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speculum [′spek·yə·ləm] (medicine) A tubular instrument for inserting into a passage or cavity of the body to facilitate visual inspection or medication. (optics) An optical instrument reflector of polished metal or of glass with a film of metal. 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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| A disposable plastic hose, which is connected to a FDA-approved irrigation machine, is inserted into a patient via a speculum. They also underwent a speculum examination, during which samples of vaginal secretions were obtained for microscopy and laboratory testing. 10) In 1987, Sulsenti et al reported their use of Prades's bivalved speculum and operating microscope to ligate the sphenopalatine artery in the middle meatus. |
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