Rhinometry, Acoustic
| Definition: |
Diagnostic measurement of the nose and its cavity through acoustic reflections. Used to measure nasal anatomical landmarks, nasal septal deviation, and nasal airway changes in response to allergen provocation tests (NASAL PROVOCATION TESTS). |
| Previously Indexed: |
Acoustics (1991-2001),Diagnosis (1989-2001) |
Rhinometry, Acoustic Definitions and Terms
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