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Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Surgery and Procedures

Written by Shaun DMello, B.A.

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Christopher Barry, MD, PhD, FACS (USA)

Last Updated on Apr 23, 2015

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Glossary

Larynx: The larynx is a part of the respiratory system and contains the vocal cords.

Oncology: This is a medical specialty that deals with cancer.

Neurotology: This is a medical specialty that deals with neurological disorders of the ear.

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