Book description
Winner of the First Prize in ENT at the 2008 BMA (British Medical
Association) Medical Book CompetitionThis book is a comprehensive guide
to the delicate and complex reconstructive procedures for the external
ear. Featuring concise descriptions, step-by-step instructions, and
numerous beforeand after photos, this book provides surgeons with the
essential knowledge that successful surgery in this difficult field
demands. The book opens with an overview of the anatomy and
anthropometry of the external ear, aesthetic principles of auricular
reconstruction, and the basic principles of plastic surgery. Separate
sections of the book provide in-depth discussion of the techniques for
managing tumors, trauma and non-inflammatory processes, auricular
defects, and abnormalities.
Features:
More than 1,300 illustrations and photographs that aid comprehension
of auricular problems and surgical steps
Detailed discussion of classification of auricular defects and abnormalities
Coverage of the radiologic examination of malformations of the
petrous temporal bone
An incomparable reference for all surgeons specializing in treating
defects and disorders of the external ear, this volume succeeds
beautifully in capturing the myriad creative, scientific, and technical
facets of auricular reconstruction. "A considerable tour de force
in surgical writing."--The Journal of Laryngology &
Otology_x000D_ _x000D_ "A valuable, comprehensive reference...It is
clear that many contributors to this volume are true authorities in this
field...excellent...required reading for all serious auricular
reconstruction and congenital ear surgeons."--The
Laryngoscope_x000D_ _x000D_ "Hilko Weerda is indeed one of the
gifted few, applying his impressive...artistic skills in the operating
theater...Dr. Weerda has produced an outstanding comprehensive text
dedicated to the surgical management of auricular deformity, addressing
congenital malformations and acquired defects, as well as purely
aesthetic otoplasty...There are wonderful photographic examples of every
type of congenital auricular defect imaginable with corresponding
drawings that show which of the six embryologic hillocks are responsible
for the configuration mishap...In summary, Weerda's
Surgery of the Auricle
is an outstanding text on the ear, certainly the finest ever
published."--American Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgery_x000D_ _x000D_ "The best feature of the book is its
comprehensive approach...exquisitely detailed figures...There is no
similar book on the market...a high quality book...covers all aspects of
auricular reconstruction."--Doody's Book Reviews Professor
emeritus and Former Director, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology, University
of Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
