In the first drop-down box, identify the following medical term or abbreviation's specialty. In the second drop-down box, identify it as a diagnosis or a procedure.
Specialty
myringotomy (Click to select)
Diagnosis or Procedure
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Answer (2)
Myringotomy is a surgical procedure performed by otolaryngologists to treat fluid buildup in the middle ear. It is classified as a procedure and not a diagnosis. This intervention helps relieve pressure or drain pus from the eardrum. ;
Myringotomy is a procedure performed by otolaryngologists to treat fluid buildup in the middle ear. It involves making an incision in the eardrum to relieve pressure and can prevent further infections. This procedure is classified as a surgical intervention, not a diagnosis.
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