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For artificial aperture of the membrana tympani; a crucial incision of the membrane, and the application of nitrate of silver to the edges of the flaps. The galvanic cautery is now used for the purpose.
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Section of the anterior ligament of the malleus.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
Word of the day
tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].