Main 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