Main description:

This volume provides a comprehensive review of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis and an up-to-date understanding of the etiology, pathophysiology, and management of these rare tumors caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The text covers the potential role of vaccines, its significant role in prevention and the controversy surrounding the use of them. Topics such as impact, quality of life, and patient advocacy are also covered and are vital to understanding the disease from the patient perspective.
Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis will be an invaluable resource for practicing otolaryngologists, laryngologists, anesthesiologists, infectious disease specialists, and residents participating in the care of patients with this disease.

Contents:

1. The Human Papillomavirus (basic science)2. The Epidemiology of Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis3. The Role of Databases4. Genetics of Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis5. Immunology of Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis6. Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis - Risk Factors and Prevention7. Advances in Vaccine Technologies8. Human Papillomavirus Vaccination - The Public Controversy9. Impact on Quality of Life10. Contemporary Management of Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis in Adults11. Contemporary Management of Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis in Children12. The Cidofovir Controversy13. Other Adjuvant Therapies14. Malignant Transformation and Distal Airway Complications15. Human Papillomavirus and Head & Neck Cancer16. Advocacy - M. Stern