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Neuropathies of the Auditory and Vestibular Eighth Cranial Nerves by Kaga, Kimitaka; Starr, Arnold is a scholarly article available to read on EtoBox.

Auditory neuropathy is gaining more attention as new findings come to light and as hearing screening of newborns has been introduced in many countries in the past decade. A compilation of research topics from around the world, this book provides the latest knowledge on the neuropathy of the auditory and vestibular eighth cranial nerves, with valuable information on pathophysiology and genetics, new subtypes, and recent research on cochlear implants in patients with auditory neuropathy, including children. Among the several major sections of the book, one presents neurological cases and another focuses on historical issues. Covering a wide range of related topics, the book provides a wealth of insights on this disease entity and on auditory and vestibular neuropathy in particular. It is a useful and informative reference for all those interested in and concerned with auditory nerve disease, especially for medical students, researchers, and clinicians.

Author

Kaga, Kimitaka; Starr, Arnold

Publisher

Springer Japan Co., Ltd.

Published

2009

Language

EN

ISBN

9784431094326