An update to the Indian otolaryngology curriculum has necessitated changes in the way students interact with, understand, and progress thinking in the subject. Changes in the field of otorhinolaryngology over the last three decades have seen newer concepts and technologies being incorporated. Textbook of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery: A Competency-Based Approach for Undergraduates discusses these contextual changes, covering the new curriculum in stimulating and easily accessible ways.


The book features 80 chapters by more than 56 authors from over 31 medical colleges and universities discussing questions and realities from classrooms and clinics. This has been done through lucid language supplemented by diagrams and clinical pictures developed to deepen the understanding.


There are accompanying videos, explaining key techniques to give readers a feel for ear, nose, and throat (ENT) procedures. Case-based questions, drawn from collective clinical expertise, confront students with real-world scenarios and the challenges of clinical practice. A section on "Clinical Pearls" interesting clinical facts has also been drafted to broaden the perspective and prompt further thinking.


This book is an essential reading for undergraduate students looking for clear, basic concepts. Clinicians will also find this book beneficial in brushing up on present-day thinking on the subject.

Photographs and videos of various clinical conditions for better visual understanding
Pearls emphasizing important clinical aspects
Points to ponder providing an overall summary of the chapter
Questions with answers at the end of each chapter for correlation


This print book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.


Section A: The Ear
1. Anatomy of the Ear
2. Physiology of the Ear
3. History Taking and Examination of the Ear
4. Assessment of Hearing
5. Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation
6. Otalgia
7. Diseases of the External Ear
8. Diseases of the Middle Ear
9. Otosclerosis
10. Disorders of the Facial Nerve
11. Assessment and Disorders of the Vestibular System
12. Ménière's Disease
13. Tinnitus
14. Myringotomy and Grommet Insertion
15. Myringoplasty and Tympanoplasty
16. Cortical Mastoidectomy
17. Stapedotomy
18. Disorders of Eustachian Tube
19. Tumors of the Ear
Section B: Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
20. Anatomy of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
21. Physiology of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
22. History Taking and Examination of Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
23. Investigations of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
24. Diseases of the External Nose and Vestibule
25. Diseases of the Nasal Septum and Nasal Obstruction
26. Acute and Chronic Rhinitis and Granulomatous Diseases of the Nose
27. Allergic Rhinitis
28. Vasomotor Rhinitis
29. Acute and Chronic Sinusitis Including Fungal Sinusitis
30. Nasal Polyps
31. Epistaxis
32. Foreign Bodies in the Nose
33. Benign and Malignant Tumors of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
34. Septoplasty
35. Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Section C: Oral Cavity and Pharynx
36. Anatomy of the Oral Cavity and the Salivary Glands
37. Anatomy of the Pharynx
38. Physiology of Pharynx
39. History Taking and Examination of the Throat
40. Adenoids, Inflammation of the Nasopharynx, and Adenoidectomy
41. Acute and Chronic Pharyngitis
42. Acute and Chronic Tonsillitis
43. Tumors of Oral Cavity
44. Tumors of the Nasopharynx
45. Tumors of the Oropharynx
46. Tumors of the Hypopharynx
47. Miscellaneous Conditions of the Pharynx
Section D: The Larynx
48. Anatomy of the Larynx
49. Physiology of the Larynx
50. History Taking and Examination of the Larynx
51. Investigations for Laryngeal Disease and Evaluation of Hoarseness of Voice
52. Acute and Chronic Inflammation of the Larynx
53. Vocal Cord Paralysis
54. Benign Lesions of the Vocal Cord
55. Malignant Tumors of the Larynx
56. Stridor and Congenital Lesions of the Larynx
57. Tracheostomy and Airway Emergencies
58. Foreign Bodies in the Air Passage
59. Direct Laryngoscopy
60. Hypopharyngoscopy
61. Microlaryngoscopy
62. Bronchoscopy
Section E: The Esophagus
63. Anatomy and Physiology of the Esophagus
64. Diseases of the Esophagus
65. Dysphagia
66. Foreign Bodies in Esophagus
67. Esophagoscopy
Section F: Head and Neck
68. Anatomy of the Neck
69. Examination of the Neck
70. Diseases of the Salivary Glands
71. Trauma to the Face and Neck
72. Neck Space Infections
73. Cervical Lymphatic System and Neck Dissection
74. Neck Swellings
Section G: General ENT
75. Viral Infections in the Ear, Nose, and Throat
76. Patient Counseling
77. Microbiology and Pathology in Ear, Nose, and Throat
78. National Programs in India Related to Ear, Nose, and Throat
79. Radiology in ENT
80. Instruments in ENT
Appendix: Communication Etiquette and Bioethics for Medical Students in Training