Main description:

Basic Otorhinolaryngology: A Step-by-Step Learning Guide, Second Edition, is an accessible introduction to the core concepts and potentially complex interrelationships in otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery. The fully revised new edition includes latest developments and up-to-date terminology, up-to-date diagnostic and treatment methods, and succinct overviews of important international consensus documents and position papers in the field. The book presents material in an engaging and user-friendly format, with chapters divided into study units that follow a consistent structure. Readers will also find a wealth of figures, tables, and flowcharts to facilitate quick comprehension of topics.

Key Features:

Completely updated chapters on audiology and vestibular disorders
New or expanded discussion of olfactory mucosa and disturbances, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, imaging methods, immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis, Aspergillus sinusitis, ear canal cholesteatoma, peripheral nerve paralysis, and much more
More than 600 superb full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams-many new or improved for this edition-clarify anatomical, operative, and embryological concepts
Chapters organized into brief study units make learning the material manageable and convenient
Each study unit begins with a starter outlining objectives for the unit and its relationship to other units and the overall scheme
Numerous cross-references to other study units enable rapid navigation to relevant areas
"Knowledge in depth" boxes provide information that goes beyond a basic understanding, such as surgical techniques, historical details, and case examples
"Points of emphasis" throughout call direct attention to the most pertinent facts

Basic Otorhinolaryngology: A Step-by-Step Learning Guide, Second Edition, is an essential resource for ENT residents and trainees, residents and trainees in related specialties, and students on rotation. Its breadth of coverage and easy-to-learn format makes the book ideal for course or exam preparation, and will also serve as a useful reference source.

Contents:

I Nose, Paranasal Sinuses, and Face

1 Anatomy, Physiology, and Immunology of the Nose, Paranasal Sinuses, and Face

2 Diagnostic Evaluation of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses

3 Diseases of the Nose, Paranasal Sinuses, and Face

II Oral Cavity and Pharynx

4 Lips and Oral Cavity

5 Pharynx and Esophagus

6 The Salivary Glands

III Ear

7 Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear

8 Audiology (Auditory Testing)

9 Hearing Disorders in Children-Pediatric Audiology

10 The External Ear

11 The Middle Ear

12 Inner Ear and Retrocochlear Disorders

13 Vestibular Disorders

14 Facial Nerve

15 Lateral Skull Base

IV Neck

16 External Neck

17 Larynx and Trachea

18 Voice Disorders

19 Speech and Language Disorders

Appendix Emergencies and Primary Measures