Modern and up-to-date -- the comprehensive and concise guide to the practice of otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery The third edition of this long-time bestseller continues to be a reliable companion and invaluable resource for medical students, specialist trainees, residents, and practitioners, providing the essential scientific, diagnostic, and therapeutic knowledge and offering advanced information and guidelines for clinical practice. Organized by anatomical region, each chapter covers the relevant anatomy and physiology, methods of investigation, and a comprehensive range of diseases. Succinct descriptions of diseases cover clinical findings, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment. Key features of the third edition: Significantly enlarged and fully revised to the present standard of scientific knowledge and clinical practiceOver 280 highly instructive drawings and more than 500 clinical photograph--all in full colorLarger format allowing for an improved layout and clearer presentation of contentNew chapter on voice, speech, and language; new sections on obstructive sleep-related breathing disorders and on dermatologic principles for the otolaryngologist; and appendices on emergencies and on infection controlweiterlesen