Hearing loss

This revised third edition explains how the ear works, how hearing is tested, and how ear disorders are treated. It brings together otology, audiology, and related fields in clear language meant for readers from many disciplines.

The update adds coverage of brain stem evoked response audiometry and acoustic emission testing, along with recent progress in hearing aids and cochlear implants. New chapters address tinnitus, and dizziness with its associated balance disorders, including modern evaluation methods such as posturography. A further new chapter covers facial paralysis. The approachable style that made earlier editions popular is retained.

Case reports illustrate the key principles throughout. The book is aimed at audiologists, otolaryngologists, otologists, residents, nurses, audiometric technicians, and attorneys, and it also serves graduate and medical students in these fields.