Definition of "rhinoscopy" []

• Examination of the nasal passages by means of a speculum or similar instrument. (noun)

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• "The removal of the middle turbinated bone permits of inspection of the ostium sphenoidale by anterior rhinoscopy, and pus may be seen escaping from the orifice."
• "_Rhinophyma_ -- Intra-nasal affections -- Examination of the nasal cavities: _Anterior rhinoscopy_; _Posterior rhinoscopy_; _Digital examination_."
• "A _diagnosis_ should never be made from the symptoms alone; an attempt must be made to examine the naso-pharynx by posterior rhinoscopy and by digital examination."