Video otoscopy in audiologic practice.

نویسنده

  • R F Sullivan
چکیده

Recent advances in endoscopic optics and miniature video camera technology have made video otoscopy (VO) accessible to audiologists in a practical way. Seven categories of VO applications are presented with clinical examples: (1) general examination of the earcanal and tympanic membrane, (2) physician communication/telemedicine, (3) hearing instrument selection and fitting applications, (4) patient education, (5) scope of practice reinforcement, (6) knowledge base/skill growth, and (7) cerumen management.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Journal of the American Academy of Audiology

دوره 8 6  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1997