Given the wide range of medical conditions and external factors which can influence smell and
taste this book would be of interest and value to many clinicians from ENT head and neck
maxillo-facial and oral to neurology endocrinology and psychiatry not to mention those with
a medicolegal practice. A fascinating read. -- Journal of OtolaryngologyRecent breakthroughs in
the diagnosis and treatment of smell and taste disorders have dramatically altered clinical
outcomes for these patients. In this important book readers will get a full overview of the
topic today including functional anatomy pathophysiology diagnostic and clinical work-up
assessment techniques medical and surgical options and more. Focused and to-the-point the
book is especially designed for physicians treating patients in the everyday practice
setting.Special Features:Covers the most important advances in diagnostic and treatment
techniquesProvides a clear methodology forexamining testing classifying diagnosing and
treating a wide range of idiopathic congenital and acquired smell and taste disorders
Explores the use of MRI for improved visualization of central olfactory areas including the
lesions and other disturbances that cause olfactory disordersOffers new information on the
interaction between the chemical senses especially important in medicolegal casesIncludes more
than 130 full-color diagrams clinical pathways tables photographs and anatomic
illustrations that clarify all conceptsComplete with expert foundational chapters on the
anatomy and structure of the olfactory and gustatory systems as well as compelling information
on quality-of-life issues this book makes a major contribution to the field. It is essential
for otolaryngologists neurologists internists residents and other specialists treating
patients with smell and taste disorders in a modern clinical setting.
