Microlaryngoscopy and endolaryngeal microsurgery: Techniques and typical findings by Otto Kleinsasser, 180 pp. illus, University Park Press, Baltimore, MD, 1979. $64.50

✍ Scribed by Bone, Robert C.

• Book ID: 102236626
• Publisher: Wiley (John Wiley & Sons)
• Year: 1980
• Weight: 100 KB
• Volume: 2
• Category: Article
• ISSN: 0148-6403
• DOI: 10.1002/hed.2890020614

✦ Synopsis

This is the second edition of a classic in laryngology. Dr. Kleinsasser has been instrumental in the development of a quantum step forward in the treatment of early laryngeal disease. The first section of this book is devoted to a brief, historical overview of microlaryngoscopy in the postwar period. Additional information is then put forward as to the indications and contraindications for microlaryngeal surgery. Finally, instruments and anesthesia are discussed.

Of considerable value is an in-depth discussion of operative procedures and techniques. The manipulation of instruments and the preparation of still cameras, television, and motion picture films for use as recording devices in laryngeal disease are carefully described. The major portion of this book is devoted to an