Containing 31 contributions from leading researchers and clinicians, this reference for graduate students and practitioners covers the main disorders affecting the larynx. Early chapters discuss recent developments in laryngology, review the underlying anatomy and physiology, and describe a number of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The rest focus on specific disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, benign lesions, and reflux. The volume is illustrated with clinical photographs, radiographs, and drawings in b&w and color. Merati teaches laryngology at Medical College of Wisconsin, and Bielamowicz is director of The George Washington U.'s Voice Treatment Center. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)