Sarah K. Wise – författare

In this issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Sarah K. Wise and Daniel M. Beswick bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Allergy and Asthma in Otolaryngology. Top experts in the field provide a comprehensive review of up-to-date management strategies for allergic rhinitis and asthma in otolaryngologic settings, including diagnosis, treatment, anticipated future therapies, and associated comorbidities.

Office-Based Rhinology conveys the principles and techniques necessary for successfully undertaking various rhinology procedures in the office setting. The procedures described will range from those commonly performed in the physician's office (e.g. nasal endoscopy and debridement) to certain procedures often performed in the operating room for which, in certain patients, an office setting would be appropriate (e.g. nasal polypectomy and drainage of mucoceles). It also covers relevant sinonasal anatomy and radiology, proper patient selection, and appropriate room setup. Its straightforward approach makes it an easy to use reference, a must-have for practicing otolaryngologists and senior level residents. The book comes with a DVD which includes 28 surgical videos.

The quintessential how-to guide on treating allergies for day-to-day practiceWhile encyclopedic tomes on the treatment of allergies have a place on the library shelves of otolaryngologists, Handbook of Otolaryngic Allergy provides a user-friendly office resource clinicians can consult on a daily basis. Written by Christine Franzese, Cecelia Damask, Sarah Wise, and Matthew Ryan, the book encompasses the basic science of allergies, essential knowledge, and how to perform each procedure.Part one starts with basic immunology and allergic rhinitis definition and classifications, followed by discussion of sensitivities vs. clinical allergies, the unified airway concept, and different classes of inhalant allergens. Parts two and three detail all aspects of diagnosis and diverse skin testing methods such as Specific IgE testing. Subsequent parts discuss current treatment methods, allergy emergencies such as anaphylaxis, atopic disorders, and professional issues clinicians must tackle to successfully incorporate allergy treatment into practice.Key HighlightsThe use of diverse types of pharmacotherapy including decongestants, anti-cholinergics, and antihistamines, as well as biologics, alternative medicines, and monosensitization vs. polysensitizationDiscussion of immunotherapy approaches including subcutaneous, sublingual, sublingual tablets, and oral mucosalManaging associated atopic disorders such as penicillin allergy, asthma, food allergies, eosinophilic esophagitis, and atopic dermatitisWorksheets with correct answers enable self-testing and accurate vial mixing/preparationThis user-friendly reference is a must-have companion for otorhinolaryngology residents and practitioners at any stage of their careers who treat patients with allergies.This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on