Chirurgia O.R.L.

This timely book focuses on the latest techniques and developments in the complex field of middle ear surgery, and covers advances in stapes surgery; cholesteatoma surgery; implantable hearing aids; and more! Written by leading worldwide experts, this book provides informative, illustrative coverage of middle ear surgery.

With a whole new approach to neck dissection, this superb book examines the differences between surgical techniques and conceptual approaches to neck dissection. It strives to connect the two points of view, beginning with a historical perspective of the procedure from both the American and Latin perspective. The book creates a better understanding of the reasons behind selective neck dissection, starting with an explanation of the fascial compartmentalization of the neck. This is a step-by-step guide to the operative technique of functional and other non-radical neck dissections. A full list of technical hints and pitfalls, along with nearly 200 color photographs and drawings, are included to enhance the learning process. The book is essential for any professional that wants to understand the rationale, indications, and results of the functional approach to the neck, including otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons, and general surgeons.

It is only recently that the use of the endoscope as the sole visualizing tool has been introduced in transsphenoidal pituitary surgery with its favorable related implications and minimal operative trauma. Of course, microscopic and endoscopic anatomy are basically the same, but the optical distorsion of endoscopic images is quite substantial compared to microscopic depictions. An endoscope lens produces images with maximal magnification at its center and severe contraction at its periphery. Nearer images are disproportionally enlarged and remote images are falsely miniaturized. This optical illusion may disorientate a surgeon who is not familiar with this peculiar condition at the skull base. This atlas acts as a guide through the endoscopic anatomy and gives detailed descriptions of the preoperative management and the surgical procedures.

With a consistent format that logically takes the reader through each procedure, "Atlas of Otologic Surgery" offers authoritative and inclusive information on this specialist area. Topics range from the middle ear and mastoid surgical procedures to the most commonly used skull base surgical procedures. Comprehensively illustrated, this text presents clear, illustrated procedures in a step-by-step fashion for a solid understanding and quick overview of otologic surgery.

The diagnosis and treatment of the diseases of the nose, paranasal sinuses and skull base have changed dramatically in the past few years, transforming rhinol- ogy in one of most exciting and attractive medical fields. The increasing advance in this area has addressed the ENT physicians to keep up with the expanding information in the high tech area of sinus surgery and its expansion into skull base surgery. The intention of this book is to present in a unique way basic information on Anatomy, Endoscopy, Rhinomanometry, Imaging, Allergy, Nasosinus Infection, and Polyposis followed by by clinical and surgical chapters written by some of the most experienced rhinosurgeons around the world. We belive that this book will be of value for all levels of Otolaryngology, from house officers to experienced surgeons and, although principally for Otolaryngologists, Radiologists, Patholo- gists, Maxillofacial surgeons, Ophthalmologists, Neurosurgeons, and Infectious Diseases Specialists may find the book of value because of its overlap with their interests. We would like to show that, both from the technical and conceptual points of view, success can be achieved using different techniques and philosophies. Cer- tainly, both endoscopic instrumentation and the surgical microscope have proved to be of great assistance in nasal and sinus surgery, and now image systems are providing further progress.

Once again, Prof. Tos undertakes the enormous task of describing all existing otosurgical methods, providing one critical source for specialists and residents alike. In Volume 3, he focuses on ear canal surgery, covering abnormalities, diseases and surgical procedures and featuring: - Classification, description, and pathogenesis of congenital and acquired atresias and stenoses - A complete survey of the literature on incidence and indications for surgery - More than 700 clear, step-by-step surgical illustrations - Descriptions of new and established procedures and modifications, with pros and cons of each - Full coverage of both common and rare procedures

This volume thoroughly describes indications, diagnostic methods, preoperative procedures, operative goals, surgical preparation, anesthesia, and step-by-step operative techniques and modifications. The reader will find full coverage of the enormous strides that have been made in curative and functional microsurgery of the ear, state-of-the-art surgical techniques on tumors of the temporal bone and lateral skull base, precise new diagnostic modalities, and much more.

All approaches to the middle ear and all myringoplasty and ossiculoplasty methods described in the major literature are included. Through detailed step-by-step drawings, the reader is guided through each of the procedures, thus enabling the young otologist to learn and the experienced physician to refocus on the preferred method of choice. A major didactic goal is achieved by the categorization of the many modifications into related groups and subgroups. Through over three decades of practice and teaching, the author has achieved in this work the perfect blend of the fundamental and the practical. If anyone would be restricted to a single source on this subject, this work would be his most likely choice. It is a definitive reference for any professional involved in middle ear surgery.

Wonderfully illustrated...sets the bar quite high...recommended for any surgeon considering middle ear and mastoid surgery. -- Otology and Neurotology (of the first edition) Based on more than 30 years' experience and over 20,000 clinical cases, the second edition of Middle Ear and Mastoid Microsurgery presents detailed, step-by-step procedures for the full spectrum of otologic disorders, from assessment and preoperative considerations to descriptions of both common and complex surgeries. The superb intraoperative images and schematic drawings, combined with instructional text, facilitate an in-depth understanding of surgical anatomy and operative steps that is unparalleled in the literature. New to the second edition of this landmark text: * Nearly 1,800 vivid, full-color intraoperative images that take readers through every operative sequence and offer a unified management approach to all procedures * Expanded chapter on temporal bone anatomy and dissection with CT scans correlated to dissection images of normal temporal bone, which is crucial for a full understanding of surgical anatomy and 3-D relationships between important structures * Updated chapter on paragangliomas, offering proven surgical solutions to this difficult pathology * Revised section on hemipetrosectomy, with treatments for intractable otorrhea in dead ears and other severe pathologies widely infiltrating the middle ear * Overview of new approaches to glomus tumor surgery * Coverage of the remarkable advances in cochlear implant technology for profound sensorineural hearing loss Complete with general operating room principles, anesthesia, and technical considerations, plus guidance, pitfalls, problems and potential complications, this comprehensive book is an in-depth review of modern middle ear surgery. From temporal bone anatomy to canalplasty to stapes surgery, it sets the standard as the authoritative, one-stop reference for all otologic surgeons, residents, and medical students.

This successor to the author's standard-setting, problem-solving manual on tympanoplasty contains step-by-step illustrations of surgical techniques that have proven valuable during 30 years of experience. The illustrations were drawn by the author himself and provide the details essential for a firm understanding of each procedure. The book describes the principles underlying the surgical techniques in detail, and results are presented and discussed. Features: -Updated coverage of titanium prostheses, new meatoplasty techniques, malleostapedotomy, cochlear implants, and the use of imaging techniques for planning and evaluating surgical procedures -Bullet-point lists of surgical highlights -850 simple line drawings to demonstrate technical manuevers and surgical concepts in a step-by-step fashion

Revised and written by leaders in the field, this expanded Second Edition text/atlas focuses on surgical techniques and surgical decision making. Coverage includes the latest techniques, patient examination and evaluation, surgical indications, contraindications, and complications. Detailed and visually appealing illustrations complement the text. Written primarily by otologic surgeons at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, the book reflects the surgical management practices that have evolved at this renowned institution. This edition's scope has been broadened to include techniques and contributing authors from other leading otology centers, such as The House Institute and the University of Iowa.

The usual surgical approaches to the head and neck region are overviewed. Subdivisions were made according to the anatomical regions and their functional correlations. The approaches are explained in a short introductory text. Their execution and indications as well as possible extensions are included. Emphasis is put on the illustrative plastic images showing the approaches in 4-colored figures. These were drawn after anatomical specimens and intrasurgical findings, therefore representing the actual anatomical situation. This is not a comprehensive textbook of surgical procedures but a clear representation of surgical approaches to the different topographical regions.