This study was designed to aid experimental otologic studies of the rat middle ear. The topographic anatomy of the albino rat middle ear is described. A set of microphotographs with matching illustrations presents the structural details at several surgical exposures. Anatomic differences between the rat, guinea pig, and cat are noted.
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