Otolaryngology: Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders

Otolaryngology is a surgical specialty of medicine. It deals with the conditions related to the ear, nose, throat and the related structures of the neck and head. Medical practitioners who have specialized in this field are known as otolaryngologists. One of the most common procedures performed by otolaryngologists is microvascular reconstruction repair. It is used in the treatment of head and neck cancers, including concerns of the jaws, larynx, pharynx, tongue, salivary glands, sinuses, tongue and skin. Neck dissection, tracheotomy and minimal-access cranial suspension are some of the other surgical procedures associated with the field of otolaryngology. This book traces the progress of this field and highlights some of its key concepts and applications. It provides significant information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of ear, nose and throat disorders. This book is a vital tool for all researching and studying otolaryngology.