Litigation in Otolaryngology: Minimizing Liability and Preventing Adverse Outcomes (Paperback)

Section I: General Considerations.- Overview of Malpractice.- History of Malpractice.- Pearls for Preventing Litigation.- Informed Consent.- Differences Based on Practice Setting.- Understanding your Malpractice Insurance Policy.- Section II: Considerations Specific to Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.- Malpractice in Outpatient Otolaryngology.- Malpractice in Otology/Ear Surgery.- Malpractice in Skull Base Surgery.- Malpractice in Laryngology and Voice Disorders.- Malpractice in Rhinology and Nasal Surgery.- Malpractice in Pediatric Otolaryngology.- Malpractice in Sleep Surgery.- Malpractice in Reconstructive Surgery.- Malpractice in Aesthetic Surgery and Procedures.- Anesthesia-Related Considerations.- Section III: Miscellaneous Topics.- Expert Witness Testimony.- Malpractice as it Relates to Veterans Administration Hospitals.- Litigation as it Relates to Trainee Participation.- Surviving a Malpractice Case.- Illustrative Examples of Some Cases.