Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

Hans Behrbohm ist Professor und Leiter der Abteilung für Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde und plastische Hals- und Gesichtschirurgie in der Park-Klinik Weissensee, einem akademischen Lehrkrankenhaus der Charité. Er lehrt Otorhinolaryngologie an der Medizinischen Fakultät der Humboldt-Universität und hält dort seit 15 Jahren Kurse zur Rhinochirurgie ab. Er ist bekannt als Pionier von integrierten ästhetischen und funktionellen Techniken der Nasenchirurgie.

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 practice

Over 280 highly instructive drawings and more than 500 clinical photograph--all in full color

Larger format allowing for an improved layout and clearer presentation of content

New 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 control

1. The Ear 2. Nose, Nasal Sinuses, and Face 3. Mouth and Pharynx 4. Larynx and Hypopharynx 5. Voice, Speech, and Language 6. Tracheobronchial Tree 7. Esophagus 8. Neck (including Thyroid Gland) 9. Salivary Glands Appendix I. Infection Control Appendix II. Emergency and Fist Aid Procedures Appendix III. Further Reading