Otolaryngology: A Case Study Approach

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Reviewer: Karen J. Fong, MD(Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine)
Description: This is a collection of over 80 clinical cases in the four main subspecialties of otolaryngology.
Purpose: The purpose of the book is to provide an opportunity for clinical problem solving in otolaryngology and to provide insight into the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency issues involved in the clinical decision-making process. The editors hope it will be a valuable tool for developing clinical problem solving skills in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery.
Audience: According to the editors, this book is intended for medical students interested in learning more about the field of otolaryngology, residents seeking a better foundation in clinical decision making, practicing otolaryngologists, and primary care physicians. All are appropriate audiences, although this book will primarily be of interest to otolaryngology residents studying for board exams, medical students interested in otolaryngology, and medical educators. The case discussions draw from the clinical expertise of the faculty of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Cincinnati.
Features: Each chapter contains a short case presentation followed by a discussion of the differential diagnosis and key points in decision making. This is followed by a discussion of test interpretation, medical and surgical management, and rehabilitation and follow-up issues. Black and white photographs, illustrating physical findings, radiographic test results, or histologic findings, add greatly to each case study. Each chapter contains a short list of highly pertinent suggested readings. A series of self-assessment questions is included at the end of the book.
Assessment: This is a well-written, concise text which suits its purpose well. It is not meant to be a comprehensive review, but is a valuable tool in approaching clinical problems in otolaryngology in a logical fashion. It is highly recommended for residents in otolaryngology as well as medical students who want a better appreciation of this very diverse specialty.

Karen J. Fong

This is a collection of over 80 clinical cases in the four main subspecialties of otolaryngology. The purpose of the book is to provide an opportunity for clinical problem solving in otolaryngology and to provide insight into the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency issues involved in the clinical decision-making process. The editors hope it will be a valuable tool for developing clinical problem solving skills in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. According to the editors, this book is intended for medical students interested in learning more about the field of otolaryngology, residents seeking a better foundation in clinical decision making, practicing otolaryngologists, and primary care physicians. All are appropriate audiences, although this book will primarily be of interest to otolaryngology residents studying for board exams, medical students interested in otolaryngology, and medical educators. The case discussions draw from the clinical expertise of the faculty of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Cincinnati. Each chapter contains a short case presentation followed by a discussion of the differential diagnosis and key points in decision making. This is followed by a discussion of test interpretation, medical and surgical management, and rehabilitation and follow-up issues. Black and white photographs, illustrating physical findings, radiographic test results, or histologic findings, add greatly to each case study. Each chapter contains a short list of highly pertinent suggested readings. A series of self-assessment questions is included at the end of the book. This is a well-written, concise text which suits itspurpose well. It is not meant to be a comprehensive review, but is a valuable tool in approaching clinical problems in otolaryngology in a logical fashion. It is highly recommended for residents in otolaryngology as well as medical students who want a better appreciation of this very diverse specialty.

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A compendium of clinical cases assembled to provide a focused examination of clinical problem-solving in otolaryngology, including such issues as diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency issues. Cases address the four principal subspecialty areas of otolaryngology: general otolaryngology, head and neck surgery, otology, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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