Congenital anomalies of the head and neck

This highly specialized monograph covers congenital anomalies of the head and neck, even those not yet described in the literature, according to the latest knowledge - it presents etiology, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.

Each chapter begins with a brief overview of intrauterine and postnatal development, as knowledge of this is important for understanding the origins of each anomaly. Syndromes are also included for each anomaly, allowing the reader to focus on detecting anomalies in other organs.

In anomalies of the pharynx, larynx, trachea, oesophagus and throat, stridor and dysphagia are the most serious symptoms, especially in young children. The differential diagnosis of these symptoms is given in the tables below. All this helps the doctor to establish the correct diagnosis and treatment procedure. In addition to ENT physicians, the publication is also intended for paediatricians and neonatologists. It will be especially appreciated by doctors preparing to take the specialty exams.

The uniqueness of the book lies in the rich colour pictorial documentation (photographs of anomalies, endoscopic and radiodiagnostic findings).