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The process of using a handheld instrument to view and examine the ear is called:

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I believe the answer is: otoscopy

Otoscopy allow the doctors to directly gives a view of the ear canal and tympanic membrane or eardrum by utilizing a modified camera.
This is very useful to for the medical professionals to identify potential infection or blockage in the ear.
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