Otologic and Lateral Skull Base Trauma: A Comprehensive Guide

Edited by Elliott D. Kozin, MD, this groundbreaking book is the first of its kind to delve into the timely topic of temporal bone trauma, offering in-depth coverage of its epidemiology, diagnosis, and medical and surgical management, as well as contemporary research.

Ideal for Multidisciplinary Professionals

This valuable resource is designed for both trainees and experienced general practitioners and specialists, including otolaryngologists, pediatric otolaryngologists, otologists, neurotologists, audiologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, physical medicine and rehabilitation providers, occupational and physical therapists.

Comprehensive Coverage of Temporal Bone Trauma

The book encompasses the epidemiology, basic pathophysiology, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment of temporal bone trauma, including complex injuries of the lateral skull base. It features multiple chapters co-written by leading experts in their respective fields, including:

• Imaging of the temporal bone and brain following head injury, co-written by leading neuroradiologists
• Facial nerve injury management, co-written by leading facial nerve specialists
• Vascular injury management, co-written by leading neurosurgeons
• Soft tissue repair of auricular trauma, co-written by leading facial plastic surgeons
• Acoustic overexposure and blast injury management, co-written by leading experts in noise-induced hearing loss
• Rehabilitation following head trauma, co-written by leading physical medicine and rehabilitation providers, occupational therapists, and physical therapists

In-Depth Coverage of Key Topics

The book provides detailed information on:

• Labyrinthine concussion diagnosis and management
• Medical and surgical management of temporal bone fractures
• Conductive and sensorineural hearing loss and rehabilitation after head injury
• Balance disturbance after head injury
• Animal models of head injury and current research, with a focus on the auditory system

This comprehensive resource consolidates today’s available information on this timely topic into a single, convenient book.

Product Details:

Publisher: Elsevier

1st edition: November 7, 2023

Language: English

Pages: 266

ISBN-10: 0323874827

ISBN-13: 978-0323874823