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Computers in otorhinolaryngology; new horizons

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There has been an explosion in the computers and information technology in the past couple of years. Otorhinolaryngology has also seen a number of new applications of computers. This article aims to familiarize the reader with different uses of computers as applied to the field of Otorhinolaryngology. It deals with the role in medical literature search, patient and doctor education, medical record keeping telemedicine, internet and E-mail, creating virtual environments and its role in FESS. skull base tumours and plastic surgery.

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  1. Deptt. Of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, 110029, New Delhi

    KK Handa & RC Deka

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Handa, K., Deka, R. Computers in otorhinolaryngology; new horizons. IJO & HNS 51, 90–95 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02998001

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