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eustachian tube

/juːˈsteɪʃən tjuːb/

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/juːˈsteɪʃən tjuːb/C1formalmedical
  • ruУзкий канал, соединяющий среднее ухо с глоткой, помогающий выравнивать давление воздуха по обе стороны барабанной перепонки.

A narrow passage that connects the middle ear to the pharynx, helping to equalize air pressure on both sides of the eardrum.

  1. Anatomical structureC1formal

    A narrow passage that connects the middle ear to the back of the throat, helping to equalize air pressure on both sides of the eardrum.

    ruЕвстахиева труба

    • The eustachian tube opens when you swallow or yawn.
    • Blocked eustachian tubes can cause ear pain during flights.
    • Doctors sometimes recommend exercises to help open the eustachian tube.