"Labyrinthotomy" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Labyrinthotomy" Meaning

Labyrinthotomy: A surgical procedure in which the inner ear labyrinth is opened and drilled to relieve symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus, or other balance disorders.

"Labyrinthotomy" Examples

Here are 5 usage examples for the word "labyrinthotomy":

The surgeon performed a labyrinthotomy to relieve the patient's pressure on the inner ear.
The hearing specialist performed a labyrinthotomy to treat the patient's chronic ear infection.
In some cases, a labyrinthotomy may be necessary to repair a hole in the eardrum.
The procedure, known as a labyrinthotomy, helped the patient regain her sense of balance.
The patient had undergone a labyrinthotomy as a child to correct a congenital disorder affecting her inner ear.