[The relevance of mirror examination in modern otorhinolaryngology].

Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate whether the teaching of mirror examination of the larynx and rhinopharynx is still relevant and to estimate whether it is still a reliable examination.

Material And Method: Twenty-five patients underwent a mirror examination of the larynx and rhinopharynx by a young doctor, a young otorhinolaryngologist, and a senior otorhinolaryngologist.

Results: Not surprisingly the senior otorhinolaryngologist conducted the most adequate examinations.