Neurologic and Neurodegenerative Diseases of the Larynx
This comprehensive text summarizes what is known about the myriad of different neurological conditions that cause dysfunction of communication, swallowing, and breathing as it relates to the upper aerodigestive tract. It serves to provide clinicians
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Neurologic and Neurodegenerative Diseases of the Larynx
Philip A. Weissbrod • David O. Francis Editors
Neurologic and Neurodegenerative Diseases of the Larynx
Editors Philip A. Weissbrod Division of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Department of Surgery University of California San Diego La Jolla, CA USA
David O. Francis Division of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Department of Surgery University of Wisconsin–Madison Madison, WI USA
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To Caro, Izzy, and Nina for being my inspiration and motivation and making even bad days bright. To my parents for a lifetime of unwavering support. To my mentors and colleagues for your teaching, guidance, and friendship. To my patients, for it is only through your experience that we can improve the lives of others. Philip A. Weissbrod To my wife, Jackie, and little Evie for their unwavering support, for making me laugh, and for making me a better husband, father, and doctor. You are my world. To my parents who were my first editors and always pushed me to see beyond the horizon. To my many mentors who fostered a sense of exploration, curiosity, and integrity. To my patients who have taught me more about medicine and humanity than any professor could. David O. Francis
Foreword
The larynx is a busy organ. Every natural breath, every soaring aria, and every hotdog eating contest are regulated to spectacular precision by the wonder that is the larynx. Books on this subject are full of feats and amazing facts of anatomy and physiology; to me, the larynx deserve
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