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This newly revised and updated Second Edition surgical atlas is an integral complement to the textbook, Head and Neck Surgery--Otolaryngology, Third Edition. Comprehensive coverage provides surgical techniques and the latest procedures in a well organized, concise format. Step-by-step descriptions are presented and include accompanying two-color illustrations, outlines, tips, complications, postoperative care issues, references, and surgical variations. Many renowned surgeons author the chapters, making this noteworthy guide a necessary component in the otolaryngologic community.
Throughout the world, head and neck cancer is a major threat to public health and a significant challenge to both clinicians and basic scientists. Despite extensive efforts in primary prevention, screening, early detection, and therapy, long-term survival rates have not improved substantially in the last three decades. This book covers a wide range of exciting new findings in both clinical and basic sciences as they are relevant to head and neck cancer. These findings have recently enhanced our understanding of head and neck carcinogenesis at the genetic and molecular levels, offering the promise of improved preventive and therapeutic strategies. This book will also present information on th...
It was not too many years ago that the role of chemotherapy for head and neck cancer consisted of single-agent methotrexate for selected patients with recurrent disease. In the past decade, multiple new agents, high-dose chemotherapy, combinations, and intra-arterial approaches have been used for the patient with recurrent disease. Wheeler critically assesses the current status of these approaches. When oncologists began testing chemotherapy in the combined modality approach, trials consisted of induction chemotherapy and use of single agents as radiosensitizers. Although a great deal has been learned from these trials, benefit in terms of survival has been marginal. Even more promising may ...
A considerable number of visits to primary care physicians are related to the diagnosis and management of conditions that affect the ears, nose, and throat. Expert Guide to Otolaryngology aids physicians in the evaluation and management of these patients. Written and edited by members of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, Expert Guide to Otolaryngology provides the primary care physician with a handy, user-friendly, and informative reference. Chapters include numerous photographs and line drawings, case studies, management algorithms, and selected readings for additional information. It contains over 200 figures.
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Opening with a clear overview of the biology and demographics of aging, this text authoritatively summarizes the most recent knowledge on disorders of the ears, nose, paranasal sinuses, oral cavity, larynx, voice, throat, and neck in the geriatric population. With chapters by prominent leaders in the discipline, this reference serves as an invaluable source of guidance on perioperative assessment, operative procedures and outcomes, and new strategies for reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
This useful reference provides solid knowledge of the risks and benefits associated with the cancer screening process, assesses abnormal results and therapeutic outcomes, and facilitates the communication of these issues to patients. Describes screening tests from individual, health care, ethical, legal, and regulatory perpectives! Gatherin