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| latin word pertaining to the sense of hearing |
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| acuteness or sharpness of hearing |
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| latin word pertaining to the ear |
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| transmission of sound waves through the conducting media of air or bone |
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| inflammation of the air cells of the mastoid process |
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| disorder of the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear with symptoms including progressive deafness, tinnitus, dizziness and a sensation of fullness of pressure in the ears |
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| any small bone, especially one of the three small bones of the ear (malleus, incus and stapes) |
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| inflammation (acute or chronic) of the middle ear |
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| greek word pertaining to the ear |
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| study of the ear its functions and diseases |
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| condition characterized by chronic progressive deafness caused by formation of spongy bone, especially around the oval window with resulting immobility and fixation of the stapes |
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| pressure equalization (PE) tubes |
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| small drainage tubes placed in the tympanic membrane to preven the accumulation of fluid in the middle ear |
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| hearing loss caused by a defect in the inner ear resulting from damage to nerve tissue and/or sensory paths to the brain |
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| subjective ringing or tinkling sound in the ear |
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| sensation of moving around in space or of having objects move around you; makes it difficult to maintain equilibrium |
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| bone conduction implantation |
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| placement of a miniature external sound processing disc which bypasses external and middle ear to stimulate the cochlea |
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| reconstruction of the outer and middle parts of the ear by means of a new drum of skin flap or creation of a new window into the internal ear mechanism; performed on patients who have a hearing loss resulting from otosclerosis |
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| removal of the air cells of the mastoid process, without involving the middle ear or external canal |
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| modified radical mastoidectomy |
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| removal of the mastoid air cells and the posterior wall of the external ear canal to provide drainage from the mastoid to the canal; preserves the tympanic membrane and the middle ear ossicles |
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| incision of the tympanic membrane under direct vision to treat acute otitis media or to release fluid in the middle ear; PE tubes are frequently inserted through the tympanic membrane in connection with this procedure |
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| creation of an openining into the vestibule of the labyrinth and reestablishment of a functioning linkage between the incus and the inner ear; performed on patients who have a hearing loss reslulting from fixation of the stapes |
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| any procedure (five types) performed to repair defects in the tympanic membrane and/or middle ear structures |
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| Caldwell-Luc (radical antrostomy) |
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| creation of a new passageway between the maxillary sinuses and the nasal cavity to establish drainage and to remove any diseased tissue, polyps, or tumors; incision is made in the oral mucous membrane above the canine teeth called the canine fossa |
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| removal of the diseased portion of the middle turbinate, ethmoidal cells, and diseased tissue in the nasal fossa through a nasal or external approach |
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| creation of a new passageway between the frontal sinus(es) and the nasal cavity to establish drainage and to remove any diseased tissue, polyps, or tumors; incision is made externally above the eye |
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| removal of nasal or sinus polyps to improve the patient's breathing ability |
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| manipulation and mobilization of injured nasal bones and septal cartilage to restore the nose's former appearance and functioning ability |
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| reconstruction of the nose to correct any deformities; designed to improve the cosmetic appearance of the nose |
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| excision and resection of the septum to correct any deviation as the result of injuty or a congenity deformity; designed to improve the functioning capabilities of the nose |
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| creation of a new passageway for drainage and removal of any diseased tissue in the sphenoidal sinuses; incision is made through an intranasal or external approach |
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| lymphoid tissue located in the nasopharyngeal region of the pharynx whic atrophies with age |
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| small, leaf-shaped structure locted immediately posterior to the root of the tongue which covers the entrance of the larynx when swallowing, thus preventing food or liquids from entering the airway |
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| intervening space between the vocal folds |
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| musculocartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea consisting of nine cartilages bound together by an elastic membrang; houses the false and true vocal chords |
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| lymphoid tissue located in the oropharyngeal region of the pharynx behind and below the pillars of the fauces |
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| any benign epithelial tumor |
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| musculomembranous structure extending from the base of the skull to the area where it becomes continous with the esophagus; serves as a passageway for air and food |
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| inflammation of the mouth |
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| triangular protrusion on the anterior wall of the larynx which may be seen through the skin; the Adam's apple |
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| membranous, fibrous bands stretched across the hollow interior of the larynx which vibrate to produce sound |
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| partial or total removal of the tongue, and possibly the floor of themouth for oral carcinoma |
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| varying degrees of technique to remove the larynx (partially or totally) and its associated structures to treat carcinoma of the larynx |
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| direct visualization of the larynx through a fiberoptic endoscope (laryngoscope)to remove foreign bodies, polyps, and tissue specimens for pathologic examination |
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| partial or total removal of the lower jaw for oral carcinoma extending into the mandible |
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| subtotal ot total removal of the parotid gland(s) and any associated tumores or lesions |
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| en block removal of lymphatic chains and all nonvital structures of the neck to arrest the metastatic cancer of the cervical lymphatic chain |
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| tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T and A) |
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| removal of the tonisls and adenoids by sharp or blumt dissection |
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| uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPP) |
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| resection of the posterior soft palate, uvula, and anterior tonsillar pillar to correct obstructive sleep apnea |
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| adenoid curettes (Barnhill) |
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| used to scrape or remove adenoid tissue |
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| used to visualize the larynx and vocal cords; facilitates the taking of biopsies |
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| hearing loss caused by a defect in the external or middle ear |
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| unit for expressing the relative intensity of sounds and for measuring the degree of hearing loss |
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| removal of the stapes and reestablishment of linkage between the incus and oval window by interposition of a vein graft, polyethylene tube, or other prosthesis |
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| is required while drilling to prevent clogging of the bur and to remove bone dust in areas where osteogenesis is to be avoided |
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| a special suction-irrigation tip is commonly used during otologic surgery which allows the surgeon to irrigate and suction the wound of _____ at the same time |
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| the operating microscope is used extensively in surgeries on the ___________ since the structures are so small and delicate |
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| for most major procedures, the hair is removed and then skin is shaed at least _____from the site of the proposed incision |
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| gloves must be powder-free since ________in the ear can cause irreversible hearing loss |
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| the patient is commonly placed in a ___________with the head turned to the side and the affected ear uppermost. the head must be immobilized and supported with a pad or a brace |
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| triangular-shaped operative field |
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| three, folded lengthwise towels or plastic drapes are placed around the operative site creating a _____________around the affected ear |
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| because many _______solutions may be on the table, they must be accurately and clearly labeled |
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| patient is prepped and draped according to __________ |
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| through microscopic visualization, the surgeon inserts a _________ in the ear canal |
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| Frazier or Baron suction tip |
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| fluid or pus, ifpresent, is suctioned with ____________ |
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| surgeon inserts PE tube, which has been positioned _____________ into the incision |
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| hemorrhage from the nose; nosebleed |
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| three scroll-like bones which project medially from the lateral wall of the nasal cavity |
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| air-filled space in the skull which opens into the nasal cavity |
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| any disorder or perversion of the sense of smell |
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| inflammaion of the nasal mucosa |
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| a topical anesthetic such as _____is often used prior to a local anesthetic |
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| the hair of the nostrils may be _______with fine, curved scissors |
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| suction must be available __________ |
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| they can occlude the airway |
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| sponges used in throat procedures are relatively small and are a hazard when bloodsoaked because ____________ |
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