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A simple method for retaining the aural speculum

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

G. Soo  and
D. A. Nunez
G. Soo
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester LE1 5WW
D. A. Nunez*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester LE1 5WW
*
Address for correspondence: Mr Desmond A. Nunez, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital, Nottingham NG7 2UH. Fax: 0602-709-748
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Abstract

In middle ear surgery via the permeatal approach, aural specula are frequently used to improve visualization of the operative field. Mechanical holders designed for retaining the aural speculum, are expensive and require sterilization for reuse. A simple technique for retaining the speculum which overcomes the drawbacks of a mechanical holder is described.

Keywords

Tympanoplasty, instrumentation, surgery
Type
Short Communication
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 109 , Issue 3 , March 1995 , pp. 230 - 231
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1995

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