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chandani

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Which type of mastoidectomy removes air cells using a small burr by opening the mastoid process behind the ear?
 
  a. Simple mastoidectomy
  b. Modified radical mastoidectomy
  c. Radical mastoidectomy
  d. Simple mastectomy

Question 2

Which type of tympanoplasty is a closure of a perforated tympanic membrane with erosion of the malleus?
 
  a. Type I
  b. Type II
  c. Type III
  d. Type IV


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allisonblackmore

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
By opening the mastoid process behind the ear, air cells are removed by drilling through bone with small burrs, without involving the middle ear or external canal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A type II tympanoplasty is a closure of the perforated tympanic membrane with erosion of the malleus. The graft used is placed against the incus or remains on the malleus.


chandani

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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Excellent

pangili4

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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