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Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty - Glossary
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Medical Word - Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
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The operation that cuts away part of the soft palate and side walls of the pharynx (or throat) in an attempt to reduce snoring volumes. Not very effective and extremely painful.
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