Manuel Bernal-Sprekelsen - Böcker

The surgeon assumes responsibility for all factors that might influence the success of his or her craft, so a knowledge of potential complications is essential. Complications in Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery fills an important gap in the field by examining complications in all areas related to otolaryngology and head and neck surgery (excluding facial plastic and aesthetic surgery). From procedures in the middle and inner ear, paranasal sinuses, and salivary glands, through endoscopic skull base surgery, to airway management, laryngectomy, thyroid surgery, and much more, this book is a practical reference for any surgeon. Special Features: A comprehensive guide to the risks and complications in otology, rhinology, and head and neck surgeryWritten by a team of leading authorities from around the world, it presents the reader with a wealth of clinical experience in every instructive chapterFormatted for easy accessibility, including a definition of each complication and its sequelae, the incidence of occurrence, the point during surgery when it is most likely to happen, tips for avoiding it, and techniques for managing it Includes current scientific, evidence-based information throughoutMore than 360 full-color intraoperative photographs, endoscopic images, and illustrations to help readers visualize surgical problems and solutions for every case, including revision surgeryThis unique book is essential reading for all surgeons who need to prepare for and manage every contingency for the best possible outcomes in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.

Edited by renowned experts, with contributions from leading authorities, this book provides comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of TLM for the treatment of benign lesions and malignant tumors of the oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx.Key Features: Accompanied by more than 300 exceptional illustrationsDetailed descriptions of the surgical techniques for the different anatomical locationsTips and tricks for improving exposureDiscussions of potential complications, their incidence, and prevention and managementResults of oncological outcomes, survival rates, organ preservation rates, and complication rates for each anatomical subsite, and also comparable results with alternative treatment modalitiesAdvice on postoperative management, rehabilitation, and adjuvant therapyThis state-of-the-art book is an invaluable resource for surgeons because it covers not only the equipment and surgical aspects but, very importantly for decision making, it also provides site-specific evidence for the use of TLM in the treatment of benign disorders and malignant disease, even at advanced stages.

Endoscopic Approaches to the Paranasal Sinuses and Skull BaseWith the continuing evolution of endoscopic techniques for surgery of lesions of the paranasal sinuses and skull base, and the reduced morbidity associated with this minimally invasive modality, the method has gained widespread use in recent years. This work offers a thorough review of all endoscopic approaches for access to the nose and paranasal sinuses and, through them, to the skull base. Central to this guide is the emphasis on profound knowledge of the complex anatomy in this area, as well as the many vital structures that can be endangered there. To this end, more than 900 full-color images, most photographs from cadaver dissections, are put to brilliant use.Key Features: Internationally renowned specialists and pioneers from Europe and the United States as editors and contributorsFull-color photos from fresh cadaver dissections illustrate all steps for each approachSpecific anatomic landmarks as revealed during each step are detailed, providing confidence in spatial orientationCorrelative CT sections provide crucial additional informationRisks and potential complications are included, as well as methods to reduce themEndoscopic Approaches to the Paranasal Sinuses and Skull Base is intended as an indispensable guide for residents, fellows, and specialist surgeons in otolaryngology, neurosurgery, and skull base surgery.