Investigative Rhinology

by Scadding; Glenis K.

• ISBN13: 9781841841977
• ISBN10: 1841841978
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-04-28
• Publisher: CRC Press

Summary

The most common immunological disorder in humans, rhinitis has a marked effect on quality of life and significant co-morbid associations, including asthma. Successfully diagnosing and treating nasal disorders is often problematic, yet is a necessary skill not only for ENT surgeons, but also for chest physicians, allergists, paediatricians and general practitioners. Written by internationally respected experts, Investigative Rhinology supplies the information necessary to make a precise diagnosis in order to provide effective treatment.The book covers medical history taking, examination of the patient, and tests, including skin prick testing, radiology, cytology, airways measurements, nasal challenge, smell tests, quality of life questionnaires, and nitric oxide estimation. Each chapter is extensively illustrated and an appendix contains useful documents such as history proformas, charts of predicted peak flow based on age and height and advice leaflets that can be photocopied for use in the clinic.Rhinology is a complex topic encompassing basic anatomy, physiology, and all aspects of sinonasal inflammation, infection, and neoplasia. This work is a unique and important resource not only because of the comprehensive and up-to-date information it provides, but because it draws on the knowledge and expertise of pioneers at a center of excellence, the Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital in London.

Author Biography

Valerie J. Lund Professor of Rhinology and Consultant ENT Surgeon, Institute of Laryngology and Otology, University College, London, UK.

Table of Contents

The importance of rhinitis	p. 1
Causes of rhinitis	p. 7
Making a diagnosis: history	p. 21
Examination	p. 31
Investigations	p. 51
Airway tests	p. 69
Tests of the mucociliary apparatus, inflammation and cystic fibrosis	p. 83
Imaging	p. 95
Other tests	p. 107
Oral Allergy Syndrome	p. 115
A guide for aspirin-sensitive patients	p. 119
Sino-nasal outcome test	p. 123
App. 4	p. 125
Suppliers of Rhinology Equipment	p. 143
Normal values for Peak Expiratory Flow Rate	p. 145
Investigation of Smell Disorders	p. 147
Index	p. 149
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