Author : Itzhak Brook
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-29
Category : Laryngectomees
ISBN : 148392694X
The Laryngectomee Guide by Itzhak Brook Pdf
"The Laryngectomee Guide" provides practical information that can assist laryngectomees and their caregivers in dealing with medical, dental and psychological issues. It contains information about the diagnosis and treatment of laryngeal and throat cancer; the side effects of radiation therapy and chemotherapy; the methods of speaking after laryngectomy; airway and stoma care, and voice prosthesis. In addition it addresses eating and swallowing issues, medical, dental and psychological concerns, preventive care, respiration and anesthesia, and travelling as a laryngectomee. This practical guide was written by Dr. Itzhak Brook, a physician and a laryngectomee. The Guide was endorsed by the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.