Restitutional Surgery of the Ear and Temporal Bone

by Malte Erik Wigand, Roland Laszig, Gerhard Rettinger

Overview

The concept of restitutional surgery aims at surgery that restores natural function. This book introduces the author's own experience in the application of surgical strategies for treating otologic diseases that follow this priority.Main TopicsConcepts of restitutional ear surgery; Instrumentation; Anesthesia and monitoring; Otosurgical anatomy: A manual for the temporal bone dissection training; Injuries of the ear and the temporal bone; Malformations of the ear; Otosclerosis; External otitis; Acute otitis media and mastoiditis; Chronic otitis media and its complications; Petrositis and osteomyelitis of the temporal bone; Tumors of the external ear; Tumors of the middle ear and the temporal bone; Otologic nerve surgery; Cochlear and brainstem implants

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783131608017
Publisher:	Thieme
Publication date:	10/05/2000
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	368
File size:	16 MB
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About the Author

Professor emeritus and Former Director, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology, Friedrich Alexander University Hospital, Erlangen, Germany

Table of Contents

1 Concepts and Principles of Restitutional Ear Surgery
2 Instruments and Setting
3 Anesthesia and Monitoring
4 Otosurgical Anatomy: A Training Manual for Temporal Bone Dissection
5 Injuries to the Ear and Temporal Bone
6 Malformations of the Ear and Temporal Bone
7 Otosclerosis
8 External Otitis
9 Acute Otitis Media and Mastoiditis
10 Chronic Otitis Media and Complications of Otitis Media
11 Petrositis and Osteomyelitis of the Temporal Bone
12 Tumors and Tumor-Like Lesions of the External Ear
13 Tumors of the Middle Ear and Temporal Bone
14 Otologic Nerve Surgery
15 Cochlear Implants and Auditory Brain Stem Implants
16 Historical Comments

Editorial Reviews

This is a well-conceived, comprehensive, and well-executed textbook covering Professor Wigand's philosophy, techniques, and experience in the full spectrum of otologic and neurotologic surgery...a refreshing view of the current status of otologic surgery...highly recommended. —Otology & Neurotology

"An outstanding manual of ear surgery...all major areas of otologic surgery are discussed in significant detail...descriptions and accompanying illustrations are comprehensive...the novice and the experienced ear surgeon will find this concise book of particular value." —Head & Neck

"A well-written, comprehensive book...includes a wealth of information on pertinent topics...nicely illustrated and well-suited for medical students and residents...a broad overview...provides a valuable resource."—Head & Neck

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