Otorinolaringoiatria

Cochlear implants have instigated a popular but controversial revolution in the treatment of deafness. This book discusses the physiological bases of using artificial devices to electrically stimulate the brain to interpret sounds. As the first successful device to restore neural function, the cochlear implant serves as a model for research in neuroscience and biomedical engineering. These and other auditory prostheses are discussed in the context of historical treatments, engineering, psychophysics and clinical issues as well as implications for speech, behavior, cognition and long-term effects on people.

Co-authored by leading specialists, this focused and timely book provides a practical discussion of otosclerosis diagnosis, treatment, and management. Whether you are an experienced otologist or a beginner, Otosclerosis and Stapedectomy offers the information you need to tackle common problems and manage them toward a successful outcome for your patients. In its comprehensive coverage, the text utilizes an evidence-based approach, integrating clinical expertise with the best available research on otosclerosis. The book presents a step-by-step account of stapedectomy surgery, with detailed discussions of indications and contraindications accompanied by lucid illustrations. It also covers the current applications of erbium lasers; medical management of otosclerosis using CT scanning and audiometry as parameters; complication avoidance and troubleshooting; and much more! Highlights: - Takes beginners through the fundamental steps necessary to fully understand otosclerosis and stapedectomy- - Explores the latest advances in medical management, hearing aid challenges, and cochlear otosclerosis - Examines the important controversy concerning stapedectomy versus stapedotomy - Features special chapters on revision and laser stapedectomy - Includes practical quiz at the end of the book to help reinforce all the text's salient features For a current, comprehensive, and practical approach to new techniques in surgical and medical management of otosclerosis, turn to this key reference. All otolaryngologists, otolgy fellows and ENT surgeons will find it invaluable.

Provides answers to clinical care questions from the common problems to rare complications and sequelae of otitis media. This book is aimed at clinicians who take care of patients with a variety of otolaryngological presentations every day. It focuses on an approach to a specific clinical topic; diagnostic technique; therapeutic method; and more.

Provides a compendium of information on the ototoxic potential of clinically useful drugs. This book reviews the important classes of medications known to cause ototoxicity and their mechanisms. It also addresses clinical manifestations, what is known about pathophysiology, and strategies for prevention and treatment.

The cochlear implant is a device that bypasses a nonfunctional inner ear and stimulates the auditory nerve directly. Written by the "father" of the multi-electrode implant, this comprehensive text and reference gives an account of the principles underlying cochlear implants and their clinical application. For the clinician, the book will provide guidance in the treatment of patients; for the engineer and researcher it will provide the background for further research; and for the student, it will provide a through understanding of the subject.

The Springer Handbook of Auditory Research presents a series of comp- hensive and synthetic reviews of the fundamental topics in modern au- tory research.The volumes are aimed at all individuals with interests in hearing research including advanced graduate students, post-doctoral researchers, and clinical investigators.The volumes are intended to int- duce new investigators to important aspects of hearing science and to help established investigators to better understand the fundamental theories and data in ?elds of hearing that they may not normally follow closely. Each volume is intended to present a particular topic comprehensively, and each chapter will serve as a synthetic overview and guide to the lit- ature.As such the chapters present neither exhaustive data reviews nor original research that has not yet appeared in peer-reviewed journals.The volumes focus on topics that have developed a solid data and conceptual foundation rather than on those for which a literature is only beginning to develop. New research areas will be covered on a timely basis in the series as they begin to mature.

Designed for students in audiology, speech-language pathology and special education, this introductory level text begins with an emphasis on the fundamentals and then guides students to more complex topics. The logical sequential organization parallels curricula of most audiology courses to facilitate the learning process. Designed to accent contemporary perspectives, the Third Edition is fully updated with revised content, new references and suggested readings, up-to-date images, added vignettes in many chapters, and a companion Website.

For the daily primary care practice, the disorders that affect the ear often pose diagnostic difficulties. Taken from the author's long experience in ENT practice, this concise volume will give you decisive clues on the way to a correct diagnosis. The primary care physician's gatekeeper function is supported by expert advice on when an ENT specialist should be consulted.