A stapedectomy would be performed for which condition?
A) cerumen impaction
B) labyrinthitis
C) otosclerosis
D) sinusitis
C
Explanation: A) Alligator forceps, not a surgery, are used to remove a cerumen impaction.
B) Labyrinthitis is treated with an antibiotic drug, not surgery.
C) Correct! Stapedectomy is done to remove the diseased footplate of the stapes.
D) Sinusitis is treated with an antibiotic drug or sinus surgery, not a stapedectomy.
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