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The result of 45 years' study of pediatric laryngology, phoniatrics, and bronchology, this book describes 42 different pathological sounds--occurring in different combinations--in 54 different pathological conditions. Uniquely, while recognizing the indispensability of conventional investigation methods--endoscopy, radiology, MRI--the Editors demonstrate the value of perceptive-auditive evaluation and objective acoustic analysis as a complimentary diagnostic tool. With an accompanying DVD, they visually--through spectograms, endoscopic photos, and radiologic or MRI pictures--and audibly demonstrate the acoustic characteristics of the pathological sound phenomena, the different irregular or unusual sounds occurring in, and the characteristic of each respiratory or neuro-developmental disease and disorder. Their coverage of the latest therapeutic options for each disease or disorder renders this book a virtual guide to every aspect of pediatric laryngology. Throughout, the editors demons

ISBN 9781597560863Edition 01Binding Book w/ Software