Ear, Nose and Throat at a Glance The market-leading at a Glance series is used world-wide by medical students, residents, junior doctors and health professionals for its concise and clear approach and superb illustrations. Each topic is presented in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text. Covering the whole medical curriculum, these introductory texts are ideal for teaching, learning and exam preparation, and are useful throughout medical school and beyond. Everything you need to know about Ear, Nose and Throat... at a Glance! Ear, Nose and Throat at a Glance provides a highly-illustrated, accessible introduction to this practical but complex topic, which is increasingly encountered in every-day outpatient settings, as well as surgical departments. Each double-page spread diagrammatically summarises the basic science relating to each anatomical area, outlines practical guidelines on the examination of patients, and provides an overview of the most common disorders and diseases. This brand new title in the best-selling at a Glance series features high-yield information on all the topics covered at medical school, and includes: Advice on clinical skills, practical examinations and procedures, such as otoscopic examinations, and tuning fork tests Comprehensive illustrations showing anatomy and mechanisms of hearing Assessment, management and treatment of both chronic and acute Conditions ENT trauma and emergencies Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Extended Matching Questions (EMQs) to help test learning Ear, Nose and Throat at a Glance is the ideal companion for anyone about to start the ENT attachment, or ‘special senses’ rotation, and will appeal to medical students and junior doctors, as well as nurses, audiologists and other health professionals.

In this outstanding reference, 145 algorithms depict the management of clinical problems in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. The broad range of problems addressed makes it an ideal resource for both the student and the practicing physician. It illustrates the evaluation and management of common and uncommon conditions in otolaryngology. Each algorithm presents a logical approach to the specific clinical problem, accompanied by a page of text that discusses issues related to decision points on the algorithm. Each section begins with algorithms that cover broad clinical issues and leads to more detailed chapters that address specific diagnoses. Not just a source for information, this book gives you a strategy for approaching problems. Algorithms with limited textual discussion to show problem-solving, giving you at-a-glance information. Focused information and distinct branching make it easy for you to find the exact information needed. Saves time by quickly allowing you to compare the author's algorithm with your own experience. Serves as a template to discuss differences in management enabling you to consider a range of care options. Focused referencing directs you to the source needed.

This is the thoroughly rewitten and revised edition of a popular and comprehensive textbook in otorhinolaryngology and head-neck surgery that covers theoretical, clinical and practical aspects of the subject, including recent advances. The text has been improved and modified keeping in mind student feedback. In this edition new information has been added based on the development in the speciality to keep the book up-to-date and contemporary. It is a unique textbook written in a simple, lucid manner and is a must for every undergraduate medical student who seeks to acquire knowledge in all essential aspects of this subject. The postgraduate students will also find this book useful as a comprehensive preparatory manual for their examinations. The book is full of colour illustrations and clinical material in an atlas form that will be useful for both the students as well as the practitioners. It also covers basic aspects of allied subjects like anaesthesia, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, etc.

The twelfth edition of this textbook has been fully revised to present undergraduates and ENT trainees with the most recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose and throat diseases. Organised by anatomical region, each section begins with anatomy and physiology then covers the investigation, diagnosis and management of related diseases and disorders. Each section includes multiple choice questions (MCQs) for self assessment. This new edition includes many new illustrations, as well as additional chapters on neck masses, chemotherapy for head or neck tumours, otolaryngologic concerns in syndromal children, and histopathology of common ENT diseases. Key points Fully revised, new edition on ear, nose and throat diseases Organised by anatomical region, covering many disorders MCQs included for self assessment in each section Nearly 400 full colour images and illustrations Previous edition published in 2008

Lalwani (physiology and neuroscience, New York University School of Medicine) presents essential information on medical and surgical management of disorders and diseases of the ear, nose, throat, and neck, for specialists, non-specialists, ancillary health care personnel, and students. The book emphasizes practical features of diagnosis and patient management while providing a discussion of pathophysiology and relevant basic and clinical science. Overview chapters review principles of antimicrobial therapy, anesthesia, radiology, and lasers, followed by chapters arranged by anatomical region. B&w medical images and photos are included. Annotation : 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Designed to support the best-selling third edition of Medicine at a Glance (9781405186162), Medicine at a Glance: Core Cases contains over 200 cases with self-assessment exercises and answers to aid understanding and test student knowledge. Following the structure of the main textbook, each chapter presents a number of clinical cases based on the textbook chapter’s content. This clinical knowledge is tested by a number of multiple choice self-assessment exercises which can then be applied to practical situations on the ward. Ideal for medical students and junior doctors, Medicine at a Glance: Core Cases: Features over 200 case studies and self-assessment exercises based on the best-selling Medicine at a Glance (9781405186162) Follows the structure of the main textbook - each chapter presents a number of clinical cases based on the textbook chapter’s content Includes free access to the online, interactive version featuring feedback and scoring at www.ataglanceseries.com/medicine This title is also available as a mobile App from MedHand Mobile Libraries. Buy it now from Google Play or the MedHand Store. For more information on the complete range of at a Glance titles, please visit: www.ataglanceseries.com

Picoult's eeriest and most engrossing work yet delves into a virtually unknown chapter of American history--Vermont's eugenics project of the 1920s and 30s--to provide a compelling study of the things that come back to haunt those in the present, both literally and figuratively.

"Full of information that most ENT surgeons have little experience with...great for exam prep or for a quick read before a presentation...I would recomment that ENT trainees buy this book" Journal of Laranology, March 2012

From the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series comes a wide-ranging and succinct overview of the key concepts of emergency care. Emergency Nursing at a Glance uses the unique and highly visual at a Glance format to convey vital information quickly and efficiently, ensuring that nursing students have access to all the important topics they need for an emergency care placement. This highly visual, easy-to-read guide is the ideal companion for anyone entering fields involving urgent or unscheduled care. •Includes all aspects of emergency care, including trauma, minor injury, triage processes, patient assessment, common emergency presentations, as well as legal, ethical and professional issues. •Covers care of adults, children, and those with learning disabilities and mental health conditions •Presented in the bestselling at a Glance format, with superb illustrations and a concise approach Emergency Nursing at a Glance is an invaluable resource for nursing students, newly qualified nurses and other healthcare professionals working in emergency departments, urgent care centres, minor injury units and walk-in centres.