The Anatomy and Physiology of the Mammalian Larynx

This book will be an invaluable reference for all researchers and clinicians involved in laryngology.

D. F. N. Harrison (Author)

9780521102803, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 March 2009

304 pages, 113 b/w illus. 36 tables
23.4 x 15.6 x 1.6 cm, 0.43 kg

In this unique book, Sir Donald Harrison draws on his wide-ranging experience as a surgeon and comparative anatomist to produce an authoritative and detailed account of the anatomy and physiology of the mammalian larynx. His investigation of the larynx has involved the study of over 1400 specimens of mammalian larynges from around the world, as well as using data from his own clinical experiences. The comparative morphology of the larynx is discussed from a developmental and functional perspective and the involvement of the larynx in respiration, locomotion and vocalisation is highlighted. Throughout the book the relationship of structure to function is drawn out and the clinical relevance of features of the human larynx is emphasised. This book will be an invaluable reference for all researchers and clinicians involved in laryngology as well as for anatomists, zoologists and anaesthesiologists.

Preface
1. Introduction
2. Collection of specimens and data
3. General aspects of laryngeal morphology
4. Detailed morphology
5. Laryngeal physiology
6. Evolutionary concepts
Appendices
Index.

Subject Areas: Animal physiology [PSVD], Physiology [MFG]