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speculum medical definition
noun pl. spec·u·lums or spec·u·la
- A mirror or polished metal plate that is used as a reflector in optical instruments.
- An instrument that is used to dilate the opening of a body cavity for medical examination.
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speculum
Top left to right: nasal and ear specula
Bottom left to right: rectal and vaginal specula
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