Full Description
The second edition of Disorders of the Auditory System reflects the combined efforts of renowned audiologists and otologists to provide to the reader with both the audiologic and medical aspects of auditory dysfunction associated with disorders of the peripheral and central auditory system. This book includes numerous insightful case studies covering both classic and unique clinical presentations that will provide informative reading for students and professionals in the fields of audiology, otology, and neurology.
New to the Second Edition:
• Coverage of additional auditory disorders, including meningitis, cytomegalovirus, enlarged vestibular aqueduct syndrome, and barotrauma
• New case studies
• Updated references and resources
• Access to a PluralPlus companion website that includes PowerPoint lecture slides
Contents
Foreword
About the Authors
Contributor
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Structure and Function of the Auditory and Vestibular Systems
Chapter 3. Audiologic, Vestibular, and Radiologic Procedures
Chapter 4. Outer and Middle Ear Disorders
Chapter 5. Inner Ear Disorders
Chapter 6. Auditory Nerve Disorders
Chapter 7. Disorders of the Central Auditory Nervous System
Chapter 8. Tinnitus, Hyperacusis, and Auditory Hallucinations
Chapter 9. Hereditary and Congenital Hearing Loss
Glossary
Index
