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Surgical microscope.


Leica Microsystems introduces an innovative surgical microscope surgical microscope
n.
A binocular microscope used to visualize fine structures within the area of a surgical procedure. Also called operating microscope.
 with premium optics that addresses the need for an affordable, high-quality ENT ENT ears, nose, and throat (otorhinolaryngology).

ENT
abbr.
ear, nose, and throat



ENT

ear, nose and throat.

ENT Ears, nose & throat; formally, otorhinolaryngology
 microscope. The Leica M520 F40 surgical microscope combines Leica's premium M520 optics with OptiChrome[TM] technology and Leica's new F40 SlimStand[TM] with MicroBase[TM] technology. By integrating new glass, coatings, and design parameters, Leica's M520 OptiChrome technology delivers the extra working distance, depth of focus, and light intensity needed. This microscope provides exceptionally bright illumination illumination, in art
illumination, in art, decoration of manuscripts and books with colored, gilded pictures, often referred to as miniatures (see miniature painting); historiated and decorated initials; and ornamental border designs.
 and outstanding depth of field for otolaryngology otolaryngology
 or otorhinolaryngology

Medical specialty dealing with the ear, nose, and throat (see larynx, pharynx). The connection of these structures became known in the late 19th century.
 and was designed with particular emphasis on multidisciplinary mul·ti·dis·ci·pli·nar·y  
adj.
Of, relating to, or making use of several disciplines at once: a multidisciplinary approach to teaching. 
 surgery centers.

The Leica M520 F40 features the smallest footprint and longest net reach of any microscope in its class for easy positioning and maneuverability. The compact stand is extremely stable, with a movable base that keeps the long swing arm steady and securely positioned above the operating table.

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Publication:Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Date:Apr 1, 2006
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