extratubal

/ɛksˈtrætʊbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting areas outside the main or normal tubes or channels of the body, especially the Eustachian tubes.

“The otolaryngologist specialized in extratubal surgery to treat chronic sinusitis.”

2. noun

an extratubal structure or area.

“The extratubal pathology was found during the CT scan.”

Synonyms

  • extracanalicular
  • paratubal

Antonyms

  • endotubal
  • intratubal