This authoritative and up-to-date reference is a complete guide to the basic science,diagnosis, testing and treatment of facial nerve disorders and diseases. An internationalteam of renowned experts, put together and headed by the book's two specialist editors,provide in-depth discussion of facial nerve topography and physiology, as well as thebroad spectrum of infectious, inflammatory, acute, chronic, benign and malignant diseasesrelated to facial nerve dysfunction. The book is filled with practical evidence-basedinformation, guidelines and algorithms presented in uniformly structured chapters,allowing readers to quickly pinpoint key details for treating a specific disease or disorder.Special Features:Pertinent topics including facial nerve trauma, Lyme disease, postoperative facial nervepalsy, face transplant, adjuvant treatment with botulinum toxin and fillers, facial dystoniaand facial spasms and the psychological and medicolegal aspects of facial nerve care arecoveredStep-by-step descriptions provided for facial nerve repair and reconstruction, static anddynamic reanimation techniques for adults and children, evaluation and treatment ofparalytic eyelids and moreA wealth of clinically relevant information, including tips and tricks and pitfalls to avoidin everyday practiceMore than 260 images and 16 videos (accessed through the Thieme MediaCenter) helpvisualizing and comprehending the contentExtensive reference lists at the end of each chapter offer an overview of scientific work onthe topicWith current perspectives from leading experts, valuable clinical tools and advice, andcoherently organized chapters, Facial Nerve Disorders and Diseases: Diagnosis andManagement is a single-volume source for the state-of-the-art in facial nerve care.Specialists and residents in otorhinolaryngology, maxillofacial surgery, plastic surgery,neurosurgery, neurology and rehabilitation medicine will refer to the book time and againin their treatment of patients with facial nerve dysfunction.