Clinical Manual For Laryngectomy And Head/Neck Cancer Rehabilitation by Janina K. Casper, Raymond H. Colton, Carla Delassus Gress (Contribution by)

Synopsis

Following a highly successful first edition, Clinical Manual For Laryngectomy And Head/Neck Cancer Rehabilitation, 2E continues the tradition of its predecessor as being an indispensable aid and sought-after reference for all voice professionals in clinical settings.

Annotation

The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

Booknews

In this update of the first edition (date unspecified) for speech- language pathologists, two experts in otolaryngology and communication sciences (State U. of NY Health Science Center-Syracuse) cover the technological advances in and human side of rehabilitation for those who suffer communication deficits subsequent to head and neck cancer. Includes a new chapter on surgical prosthetic speech restoration and tracheoesophageal speech. Appends speech aid suppliers/manufacturers, assessment forms, patient education materials, contents of a laryngectomee kit, and resources for patients and clinicians. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Biography

Associate Professor - Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences. SUNY Health Science Center, Syracuse, NY.

Professor - Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences. SUNY Health Science Center, Syracuse, NY.