"Labyrinthectomy" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Labyrinthectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the labyrinth, which is the part of the inner ear responsible for balance and equilibrium. The labyrinth contains the otolith organs, which are tiny sensory structures that contain tiny crystals and are responsible for detecting changes in head position and motion, and the vestibular nerve, which relays information to the brain about the position and movement of the head. During a labyrinthectomy, the labyrinth is removed, and the vestibular nerve is cut. This procedure is typically performed to treat people with severe inner ear disorders, such as Meniere's disease, and is often considered a last resort.
Labyrinthectomy
Labs can refer to:<br><br> Laboratory: a room or building where scientific research, experiments, and trials are conducted<br> Laboratories: a plural form of laboratory, referring to multiple such rooms or buildings<br> Labour(s) in British English, referring to physical work or effort<br> Lab(s) in informal language, shortened form of laboratory or laboratories
Complex or intricate, like a labyrinth; characterized by numerous twists and turns; confusing or bewildering. The phrase often refers to a place or situation that is difficult to navigate or understand.
Labyrinthodont is a type of extinct amphibian that lived during the Permian and Triassic periods. The term "labyrinthodont" comes from the Greek words "labyrinthos," meaning "labyrinth," and "odous," meaning "tooth," because these animals had complex teeth with multiple roots and did not resemble the teeth of modern amphibians. They were characterized by their large size, robust bodies, and sprawling limbs.
Labyrinthodontia is an order of extinct aquatic amphibians that lived during the Carboniferous to Early Triassic periods, around 350 to 245 million years ago. The name "labyrinthodontia" comes from the Greek words "labrys" meaning "labyrinth" and "odous" meaning "tooth". This refers to the tooth structure of these ancient animals, which had multiple, branching canals in their teeth, resembling a labyrinth.
Labyrinthotomy: A surgical procedure in which the inner ear labyrinth is opened and drilled to relieve symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus, or other balance disorders.