Lanterna Rally

Author: M. Sanna

Publisher: Thieme

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 1588901637

Based on more than 30 years of experience and 12,000 clinical cases, this state-of-the-art guidebook provides clear, step-by-step instructions on the latest middle ear and mastoid microsurgeries. The reference begins with a full discussion of temporal bone anatomy, and goes on to cover operating room layout, anesthesia, technical considerations, staging, ventilation-tube insertion, general surgical procedures, pre- and post-operative care guidelines, and much more. This guidebook is the first of its kind to comprehensively cover every aspect of middle ear and mastoid microsurgery. Key features: Exhaustive and meticulous descriptions of the most current microsurgical techniques More than 850 lavish surgical photographs and schematic computer graphics - nearly three per page - that illustrate every point in the text Special section on decision-making in middle ear surgery, including operating on the only hearing ear Practical chapter summaries that provide tips for achieving the best results All otologic surgeons, residents, and medical students will find this fundamental guide and pictorial reference to middle ear and mastoid microsurgery an invaluable practice resource. Benefit from the experience and insights of these world-renowned otologic specialists. Dr. Sanna is part of The Grupppo Otologico, a world-renowned specialist center for the diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the ear, skull base, facial nerve, head and neck, and paranasal sinuses. More information is available on the group's website, www.gruppootologico.it/eng .