stapedotomy

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Synonyms: stapedectomy

Antonyms: stapedectomy

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|surgery}} A [[surgical]] [[operation]] in which a tiny hole is made in the [[footplate]] of the [[stapes]], and a [[prosthesis]] is placed to touch this area with movement of the [[tympanic membrane]].

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