Cryosurgery

Cryosurgery is the application of extreme cold to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. It is used as a supplement to surgical knife and radiation therapy. This book is a concise guide to cryosurgical procedures in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery. Beginning with and introduction and history, the text describes patho-physiological considerations, clinical applications and how technological advances have affected the development of the technique. Advantages, disadvantages, complications and cryo-morbidity are examined in detail and a photo gallery and important tips section at the end of each chapter helps students and practitioners compare before and after results. Key points Concise guide to cryosurgical procedures in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery Discusses how technology advancements have developed the technique Includes 'important tips' section at the end of each chapter to enhance learning More than 60 full colour well-illustrated photographs