Otosclerosis and Stapedectomy - Hardcover

Christopher De Souza, Michael E. Glasscock

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3131360518 ISBN 13: 9783131360519

Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group, 2004

Synopsis

Co-authored by leading specialists, this comprehensive and current book
provides a detailed and practical discussion of otosclerosis patient diagnosis,
treatment, and management.

The book presents a step-by-step account of
stapedectomy surgery, and also covers: the pros and cons of all lasers including
the latest erbium lasers and their current applications; the analysis of recent
otosclerosis studies using CT scanning and audiometry as parameters;
stapedectomy versus stapedotomy; frequent complications encountered in
otosclerosis surgery; and much more!

Key features:

• Walks beginners through the
  fundamental steps necessary to fully understand otosclerosis and stapedectomy
• 
  Solutions to difficult problems encountered daily by experienced otologists
• 
  Special chapters on revision and laser stapedectomy surgeries
• Practical quiz
  that helps reinforce all the salient features of the book

Appealing to the
novice as well as the experienced professional, this book is a key resource for
any practitioner in the field - general ENT specialists, ENT surgeons, as well
as medical students and otology fellows. Use this book to keep up-to-date on
this important topic.

About this title

About the Author:

Clinical Professor Emeritus, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Nashville, Tennessee

Review:

"This book covers the aetiology, pathophysiology, assessment, surgical and non-surgical management of otosclerosis in a comprehensive manner...many useful black and white diagrams...presents a balanced review of the literature on each aspect covered...A novel inclusion is the self-assessment quiz at the end, covering many of the important topics and issues outlined in the book...This is a comprehensive contemporary review of otosclerosis and its management that will make a useful reference for both individual and institution."--ANZ Journal of Surgery

'A very systematic review...excellent illustrations, extensive coverage of complications and complicating circumstances...exhaustive and appropriate references...the authors have done an outstanding job...useful...helpful quiz and answer key...dedicated book with updated material.' --Doody's Review Notes

This book covers the aetiology, pathophysiology, assessment, surgical and non-surgical management of otosclerosis in a comprehensive manner...many useful black and white diagrams...presents a balanced review of the literature on each aspect covered...A novel inclusion is the self-assessment quiz at the end, covering many of the important topics and issues outlined in the book...This is a comprehensive contemporary review of otosclerosis and its management that will make a useful reference for both individual and institution.--ANZ Journal of Surgery'A very systematic review...excellent illustrations, extensive coverage of complications and complicating circumstances...exhaustive and appropriate references...the authors have done an outstanding job...useful...helpful quiz and answer key...dedicated book with updated material.' --Doody's Review Notes

About this edition

• Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 3131360518
• ISBN 13: 9783131360519
• Binding: Hardcover