title: A simple method for retaining the aural speculum.
abstract: In middle ear surgery via the permeatal approach, aural specula are frequently used to improve visualization of the operative field. Mechanical holders designed for retaining the aural speculum, are expensive and require sterilization for reuse. A simple technique for retaining the speculum which overcomes the drawbacks of a mechanical holder is described.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, Leicester Royal Infirmary.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Soo
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Nunez
mesh_terms: D001458:Bandages; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D004432:Ear, Middle / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D014433:Tympanoplasty / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*