Clinical Otology

By Gordon B. Hughes, M.D. Hughes, Gordon B., Myles L. Pensak

The third edition of Clinical Otology is the complete reference for basic scientific information on the functioning of the ear and current techniques for the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of patients with common otologic disorders. The authors address important topics such as the genetic diagnosis of hereditary hearing loss, management of superior canal dehiscence, evidence-based management of otitis media with effusion, middle ear and brainstem implantable hearing devices, new applications of transtympanic therapy, and more. The book features the exquisite color photographs of world-class otologic photographer Eiji Yanagisawa, M.D. Highlights of this edition: New chapters on middle ear molecular biology, inner ear molecular disorders, pharmacology of otologic drugs, and cystic lesions of the petrous apex, More than 400 illustrations and full-color photographs to aid the comprehension of key concepts, Comprehensive lists of references for pursuing topics in greater depth. This state-of-the-art reference is ideal for otologists, otolaryngologists, audiologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, and students seeking to optimize patient care. Book jacket.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865776164
• ISBN13: 9780865776166
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Thieme Medical Pub
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 3.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.5" x 9.0" x 1.3"