Otosclerosis and Stapedectomy

• 01 januari 2011
• 9781638533207

Samenvatting:

An evidence-based approach for optimal management

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.