Clinical Neurophysiology of the Vestibular System (Contemporary Neurology, Vol 32) [Hardcover]

Robert W. Baloh (Author), Vicente Honrubia (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1990 | ISBN-10: 0803605846 | ISBN-13: 978-0803605848 | Edition: 2

The second edition of this well-received text is at least 50% larger than its predecessor, with most of the additional pages devoted to clinical diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of common neuro-otologic disorders. Algorithms and tables guide the practitioner confronted with a patient complaining of dizziness or related symptoms. Newer tests are discussed, and the chapter on the evaluation of hearing has been significantly expanded. The highly praised sections on basic neurophysiology reflect the latest research. This edition features 87 new illustrations including tables, diagnostic charts, and MRI and CT scans.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This thoroughly updated and expanded fourth edition of Clinical Neurophysiology of the Vestibular System represents a significant contribution to the understanding of the vestibular system in health and disease. A comprehensive knowledge on the physiology and pathophysiology of the human balance system is essential for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with vestibular dysfunction. By covering all these aspects along with the clinical context, Drs. Baloh and Kerber are truly in the tradition of Robert B�r�ny, who founded the discipline of clinical neurotology more than hundred years ago. The clearly written text and the illustrative graphic design make this book a valuable reference tool for physicians, clinical specialists, and researchers alike. With its meanwhile fourth edition, Clinical Neurophysiology of the Vestibular System is sure to become a classic in its field." --Gerald Wiest, MD, Department of Neurology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria

"The long-awaited revision of this well-known monograph. As before, a thorough, comprehensive clear, authoritative and now up-to-date account of the clinical neurophysiology of the vestibular system reflecting 35 years of clinical and research experience by one of the giants of modern neuro-otology. The clinical features, mechanisms, causes and treatment of all the common vestibular disorders reviewed in a practical and helpful way. An essential addition to the library of any practitioner dealing with dizzy patients" --Prof, Dr G Michael Halmagyi, Neurology Department, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown NSW 2050, Sydney, Australia

"This exciting and much-awaited new edition of "Clinical Neurophysiology of the Vestibular System" exceeds expectations. It has been prepared by authorities in the field: it is up-to-date, clear and exceptionally well written. The first chapters guide the reader through the basic principles. The following chapters deal with evaluation and treatment of common vestibular disorders and they include numerous hands-on instructions for the practitioner. This textbook truly offers a solid and comprehensive reference base for anyone with an interest in neuro-otology." --Professor Krister Brantberg, Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden

"[This] revised third editionELis a welcome, and much-needed, resource. Updating the clinical and basic science without losing the logical coherence of this book's organization has been accomplished, and the classical underpinnings have been blended carefully with many recent changes in understandingEL.This new edition...brings up to date much of the physiology, neurology and clinical information related to the inner ear, its neurologic connections, and disorders of balance and hearing. It fills an important gap in the understanding of these problems for neurologists and otologists alike. At a time when physicians tend to get quick answers from a brief search of a website, this book deserves to be studied, to earn a place on the office reference shelf, and to have its knowledge incorporated into the thinking of every well-trained neurologist." --David A Drachman, MD, Professor and chairman emeritus, Department of Neurology, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Boston, MA

--This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Vicente Honrubia, Professor and Director of Research, Division of Head and Neck Surgery, both at UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 2 edition (June 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0803605846
• ISBN-13: 978-0803605848
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,628,395 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)