Neurotology
By: [edited by] Robert K. Jackler, Derald E. Brackmann.
Contributors: Jackler, Robert K.; Brackmann, Derald E., 1937-
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Mosby
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Philadelphia, Pa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 1411
Subjects: Vestibular apparatus -- Diseases; Vestibular apparatus -- Surgery; Auditory pathways -- Diseases; Auditory pathways -- Surgery; Vestibular Nerve; Vestibulocochlear Nerve Diseases; Skull Base Neoplasms
Description: This volume bridges the gap between medical neurology, neurosurgery, and otolaryngology. For this must-have reference, 121 leading experts synthesize the current body of knowledge in the rapidly growing field of neurotology, providing state-of-the-art guidelines for clinical diagnosis and management. The new edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect all of the very latest developments in research and practice. * Explores otologic manifestations of neurological disease. * Describes the electrophysiological diagnosis of neurotologic disorders. * Presents step-by-step guidance on surgical management, including procedures for treating tumors of the cerebellopontine angle and skull base. * Medical illustrations that depict complex neurotologic concepts and procedures with great clarity.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.