The Electrical Fingerprint of Hearing: A Guide to Auditory Evoked Potentials

Erscheinungsjahr 2024
ISBN: 978-3-384-27700-8
Verlag: tredition

Buch, Englisch, 144 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 256 g

"The Electrical Fingerprint of Hearing: A Guide to Auditory Evoked Potentials" dives into the world of auditory evoked potentials (AEPs), a specialized technique for measuring brain activity in response to sound. The book uses the metaphor of a fingerprint to represent the unique electrical signature generated by the auditory system in response to various sounds. It explores how AEPs can be used to assess hearing health, diagnose hearing loss, and even pinpoint the location of auditory dysfunction within the brain. This book serves as a valuable resource for audiologists, otolaryngologists (ENTs), and other healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat hearing disorders. By understanding AEPs, these professionals gain a powerful tool for evaluating a patient's hearing health objectively.

Zielgruppe

This book, "The Electrical Fingerprint of Hearing: A Guide to Auditory Evoked Potentials", is ideal for audiologists, otolaryngologists (ENTs), and healthcare professionals diagnosing hearing issues.

Autoren/Hrsg.

James

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