Comprehensive Management of Swallowing Disorders, Second Edition has been revised with new authors, expanded information on the clinical evaluations made by dysphagia specialists, and state-of-the-art medical, behavioral, and surgical treatment options. The editors have selected specialists in every swallowing-related discipline to bring this edition to a true “state of the art” comprehensive text on dysphagia. The text meets the needs of students, scientists, and practitioners who are involved daily with the complex issues of dysphagia.
The book is divided into seven main parts:
- Part I. Introduction
- Part II. Anatomy and Physiology of Swallowing
- Part III. Evaluation: A. Clinical Evaluation
- Part III. Evaluation: B. Functional Tests
- Part IV. Pathophysiology of Swallowing Disorders
- Part V. Nonsurgical Treatment of Swallowing Disorders
- Part VI. Surgical Treatment of Swallowing Disorders
- Part VII. Swallowing Disorders: Prevalence and Management in Special Populations
Each section has been carefully edited with up-to-date references, providing the reader with a host of new material related to diagnosis, testing, and management of swallowing disorders. The authors represent the current core of those involved in multidisciplinary swallowing centers and each focus on his/her area of specialization. They bring their own perspective on the issues and challenges they face in managing swallowing disorders knowing that other specialists are equally involved.
This single volume is intended for practicing clinicians, students, and research scientists and represents up-to-date information in each area of specialization.
Author: Ricardo L. Carrau (Author)
- Edition: 2nd
- Language: English
- Publisher: Thomas Murry
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 1.25 x 10.75 inches
- ISBN-10: 9781597567305
- ISBN-13: 978-1597567305
- Publication Date: September 1, 2016
- Print Length: 500 pages