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Second edition, enhanced and updated with revisions made in all chapters andappendixes.Continues the tradition of its predecessor as being an indispensable aid and sought-after reference for all voice professionals in clinical settings.Addresses full scope of rehabilitation of the patient with head/neck cancer.Includes current approaches to the rehabilitation of patients who have had a laryngectomy as well as those patients whose cancer resulted in the removal of structures in the oral and/or pharyngeal cavities.TEXTBOOK ... Read more

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This handbook includes a discussion of the role of antihistamines, intranasal antihistamines, intranasal steroids, and anticholinergic nasal sprays in the treatment of rhinitis.The pathogenesis, classification, differential diagnosis, clinical evaluation and overall management of rhinitis are also discussed in detail.The diagnosis of sinusitis is reviewed, with numerous endoscopy studies, x-rays, and CT scans provided to illustrate key points.Therapy for sinusitis is discussed, including the criteria for antibiotic use, specific information on the effectiveness of the various antibiotics, and a treatment algorithm to provide an overview of the suggested approach to treatment.This book is targeted to the primary-care practitioner and presents clinically relevant information in a concise editorial format. ... Read more

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Univ. of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Textbook provides basic, clinical, and applied knowledge on the chemical senses. Chapters are arranged in three major sections: olfaction, gustation, and other chemosensory systems. Includes anatomy, neurobiology, measurement, genetics, and clinical application. Previous edition: c1995. ... Read more

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The Video Laryngeal Stroboscopy CD-ROM is an interactive program designed to educate students and practicing clinicians on the use of videostroboscopic diagnosis of voice disorders. This CD-ROM combines video clips, animations, and text in a comprehensive tutorial on the science behind videostroboscopy and the clinical diagnosis of voice disorders using laryngeal videostroboscopic technology. Users are challenged with quizzes following the five units: Theory, Equipment, Procedure, Interpretation, and Disorders. The CD-ROM also provides samples for practicing clinical diagnosis skills. Videostroboscopic samples are included for the user to observe and compare with concepts learned in the tutorial, followed by a beginning rating section to practice diagnosing primary abnormal characteristics, and an advanced rating section where percentages and scaling are used to select the most appropriate ratings for videostroboscopic samples. ... Read more

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The new, comprehensive 2nd Edition covers all aspects of surgery of the ear and skull base, keeping readers up to date as they improve their surgical skills in this growing field. This edition includes more skull base surgery approaches, new information on implantable hearing devices, rehabilitation of the lower cranial nerves, and more. Throughout the book, numerous changes have been made to reflect contemporary procedures, and outmoded techniques have been deleted.Each chapter is authored by a recognized expert, and hundreds of detailed illustrations have been drawn by a single artist. ... Read more

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Provides an in-depth exploration of the development of endoscopic sinus surgery Presents cross-sectional surgical anatomy and its radiological correlations on CT scans Demonstrates through clear, four-color photographs, standard endoscopic sinus surgical techniques with surgical significance of the anatomical landmarks ... Read more

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a teaching phenomenon
highly comprehensive and understandable in a given practical way, may be the first example to reflects the paradigms of the new era of information age. ... Read more

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Alone or in combination with environmental factors, heredity is at the root of most cases of hearing impairment.Thanks in large part to positional cloning techniques, scientists have identified nearly 100 genes and loci implicated in hearing loss since 1995—an extraordinarily rapid rate of gene mapping success.Genetic Hearing Loss branches into syndromic and nonsyndromic categorical directions as a comprehensive report on this accumulated wealth of genetic discoveries. ... Read more

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With a renowned team of editors and contributors, this book provides a thorough overview of the important clinical facts otolaryngologists need to remain current in the field. The text is ideal for self-testing and review, and the book's clear and concise format is designed for easy learning and fast retention.

The text is broken down by anatomical sections for ease of use, with each section then divided into chapters on anatomy and physiology, relevant clinical tests, congenital and functional disorders, infectious and inflammatory disorders, neoplasms, cysts, and trauma. When necessary, important information not fitting into any specific chapter is included in Special Considerations chapters at the end of each section. ... Read more

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Details extensive discussions of normal swallow in pediatric and adult populationsProvides concise outlines of the clinical examination by seven clinical specialties: Otolaryngology, Speech Pathology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, and NutritionMultidisciplinary team approach is blended throughout the text to reflect the many needs of the patient with swallowing disorders ... Read more

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Since the publication of the first edition of Reflux Laryngitis, there has been a flood of interest in laryngopharyngeal reflux by health care practitioners. Diagnosis and treatment of the disorder is increasing. This edition presents new research findings pertaining to the diagnosis and treatment of reflux, including information from over 135 new articles. ... Read more

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Iowa Head and Neck Protocols: Surgery, Nursing, and Speech Pathology offers a compilation of diagnostic and treatment preferences, organized in outline form to provide a brief and directed approach to diseases of the head and neck. For medical students entering the fields of otolaryngology, oral surgery, plastic surgery, or general surgery, this text provides protocols originally initiated to clarify new approaches to surgical procedures. It is now expanded to improve understanding of commonly performed surgical approaches, to prepare instrumentation for surgical cases, and to plan for patient positioning, drug administration, and airway management. Also included are nonsurgical patient care protocols useful in wards or in clinics. With the intention to simplify patient care, this text helps make the information readily accessible with up-to-date CPT codes selected to be most descriptive of the procedures, as well as additional codes for coding complex, new, or uncommon procedures. ... Read more

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Univ. of Washington, Seattle. Review of the treatment of most of the clinical problems in the field. For practicing otolaryngologists and upper level residents. Variety of halftone illustrations. Previous edition: c1994. Multiple U.S. contributors. ... Read more

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This comprehensive book explores the many facets of measuring voice quality. Voice quality is a concept that is widely recognized and applied, yet very difficult to define in a way that is universally satisfactory. A number of experts consider such topics as perceptual assessment, instrumental (objective) assessment, and various voice states and disorders. Contributors with a wide scope of experience present perspectives and ideas on how voice quality can be assessed with improved validity and reliability. ... Read more

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An all-natural Rx for the common cold. ... Read more

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What A Help For Fighting And Eliminating The Common Cold!
In this book, Dr.Sahelian and Ms.Toews advocate the use of Vitamin C, Echinacia, and Zinc Losenges as well as other vitamin supplements and herbal supplements to boost an individual's immune system to fight off the common cold or flu. If a simple course of the first three referenced items are used at the first symptoms of a cold, and are used several times a day, and for a couple of days thereafter, a common cold can be eradicated most quickly! I've tried Dr.Sahelian's formula and it works! If the cold cure formula is used in the later stages of a cold or flu, symptoms can be dramatically reduced!

This book is written in a very easy to read and use format. Much scientific evidence is provided to back up Dr.Sahelian's and Ms.Toews' claims. In addition, the authors provide a review of herbs used to boost the human immune system and other helpful advice on boosting one's immune system to fight off colds!

A must read for anyone with children who always bring home colds and viruses, or anyone with a compromised immune system. Actually this book could help anyone in fighting the common cold and flu! Nobody likes being sick and losing precious time to nursing a rotton cold! This book with its advice can help! ... Read more

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This concise clinical manual provides comprehensive information on swallowing.It presents the information from a practical stnadpoint, making it ideal for the graduate-level student preparing for clinical work with dysphagia clients.It includes coverage of incidence, normal swallowing, anatomy and physiology, etiology, diagnosis, nutrition, and references.Its easy-to-use, concise format allows readers to find important information quickly.Numerous tables make the guide easy to use and functional.Detailed tables provide important information in this easy-to-use pocketguide.Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of swallowing disorders in a quick reference, alphabetical organization with extensive references that provide information for further study.Practical information is readily accessed and applied. ... Read more

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The benefits of this book lies not in the association of anatomy with modern imaging techniques (CT and MRI), but also and predominantly in the numerous diagrams of bony fenestration of the cochlea, the vestibule and the semicircular canals. These views reveal the membranous labyrinth, the internal organs of balance and audition, and highlight their innervation, as well as the utricular and saccular nerves of the spiral organ of corti. ... Read more