Sinopsis

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Written and edited by renowned experts, Pediatric Otolaryngology: Principles and Practice Pathways Second Edition covers the medical and surgical management of clinical problems encountered in pediatric otolaryngology. The core of the book is the evidence-based practice pathways formulated to help clinicians identify and treat a wide range of disorders, ranging from the common to the highly complex. Designed to be the resident’s “go-to” book during pediatric otolaryngology rotations and an authoritative reference for day-to-day practice, this text will be a valued professional asset for years to come.

New in this second edition:

A current review of pediatric cochlear implantation
Up-to-date coverage of genetic breakthroughs that impact congenital hearing loss
Discussion of recent controversies surrounding tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
Coverage of the new subspecialties emerging within the broader field of pediatric otolaryngology, including airway reconstruction, voice, and more

The clinical pathways in this encyclopedic text provide a roadmap for the decision-making process and are essential for residents, fellows, and practitioners in pediatric otolaryngology who strive to provide the highest level of patient care.
Review

"This book, which is indexed and illustrated with tables and figures, should be a valuable reference for general otolargynologists, pediatric otolargynologists, pediatricians, students and individuals who are interested in studying pediatric otolargynology." - Biological Abstracts/RRM (Reports, Reviews, Meetings) - "Although I believe this manual was written with the ophthalmologist who performs cataract surgery will find this text an excellent resource for its many useful and operative suugestions."
- Journal of the American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery -

"While aesthetically pleasing and reader-friendly, this text first and foremost has an underlying theme of practicality for the practitioner..highly recommended to all clinicians-residents, specialists, and subspecialists-who work in the practice of pediatric otolaryngology."
--Otology & Neurotology

"The text is copiously illustrated, with excellent diagrams and photographs well placed near the points in the text under discussion..a comprehensive review..deserves deliberate consideration for addition to the personal library of anyone with a serious interest in this field."
--Journal of Neurosurgery
Authors:

Ralph F. Wetmore, M.D. Associate Professor, Dept. of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA (Editor)
Harlan R. Muntz, M.D. (Editor)
Trevor J. McGill, M.D. Associate Professor of Otology and Laryngology, Harvard Medical School, Dept. of Otolaryngology and Communication Disorders, The Children's Hospital Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA (Editor)