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rhinoscopy

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rhi·nos·co·py  (r-nsk-p)
n. pl. rhi·nos·co·pies
Examination of the nasal passages by means of a speculum or similar instrument.

rhinoscopy [raɪˈnɒskəpɪ]
n
(Medicine) Med examination of the nasal passages, esp with a special instrument called a rhinoscope (ˈraɪnəʊˌskəʊp)
rhinoscopic  [ˌraɪnəʊˈskɒpɪk] adj
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Noun1.rhinoscopy - examination of the nasal passages (either through the anterior nares or with a rhinoscope through the nasopharynx)
examination, scrutiny - the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)


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Examination Anterior rhinoscopy can be performed using a light or otoscope to inspect the anterior nasal cavity.
Initial office examination includes anterior rhinoscopy and inspection of the oropharynx.
 
 
 
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