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ototoxic /oto·tox·ic/ (o´to-tok″sik) having a deleterious effect upon the eighth nerve or on the organs of hearing and balance.
o·to·tox·ic (t-tksk)
adj.
Having a toxic effect on the ear, especially on its nerve supply.
Ototoxic
Damaging to the nerves controlling the senses of hearing and balance.
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ototoxic [o´to-tok″sik]
having a damaging effect upon the eighth cranial (vestibulocochlear) nerve or on the organs of hearing and balance.
ototoxic
having a deleterious effect upon the eighth cranial (vestibulocochlear) nerve or on the organs of hearing and balance.
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