SINUS SURGERY

Taking a practical, "in the trenches approach" to diagnosing and treating nasal and sinus disorders, this book offers the expertise of world-renowned otolaryngologists - head and neck surgeons. From physiology and immunology of the sinuses to anatomic considerations and new radiologic techniques, the book covers all the topics the specialist must master in everyday practice. In-depth discussions of a range of basic and advanced procedures make this text a complete, "how-to" guide to endoscopic sinus surgery. Special features: State-of-the-art minimally invasive, laser, stereotactic, and combined endoscopic and microscopic techniques; Clear illustrations for easy visualization of complex sinus anatomy; Guidelines for acquiring the technical skills for handling endoscopes and other instrumentation in the nose; Hands-on, "how I do it" approach especially useful for the beginner; Pearls, pitfalls, and controversies for managing nasal and sinus disease; Carefully organized to provide you easy access to the information you need, this resource is essential for accurate diagnosis, presurgical planning, choice of surgical procedure, and best outcomes. It is the reference all practitioners will reach for before undertaking a procedure.