Technical Variations and Refinements in Head and Neck Surgery

Description

Otolaryngologists diagnose and manage diseases of the sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity, and upper pharynx (mouth and throat), as well as structures of the neck and face, as well as many ENT primary care problems in both children and adults. The head and neck—This center of the body includes the important nerves that control sight, smell, hearing, and the face. In the head and neck area, otolaryngologists are trained to treat infectious diseases, both benign and malignant (cancerous) tumors, facial trauma, and deformities of the face. They perform both cosmetic plastic and reconstructive surgery. This book is a concise guide to developments in head and neck surgery, with a focus on advanced technical aspects, variations and refinements. Beginning with an introduction to basic surgical principles, the following chapters each discuss a different anatomical region of the head and neck, emphasising operative techniques and their outcomes. Each procedure is presented in a step by step format and refinements are compared with conventional surgical techniques. Written by highly experienced specialist, this book includes numerous figures and tables, making it a valuable resource for both practising ENT surgeons and trainees.