Preface

This book discusses selected topics on the larynx and related problems, providing insight into advancements in the field. It is organized into five sections on "Laryngeal Neuroregulation", "Laryngeal Examination", "Reflux-Associated Problems", "Laryngeal Airway and Lesions", and "Laryngeal Airway Surgery" and includes the following nine chapters:


The chapters present new clinical and research developments as well as future perspectives on the many types of airway-related problems and lesions. It is a useful resource for ENT surgeons, laryngologists, head and neck surgeons, rhinologists, physicians, postgraduates, researchers, trainees and general practitioners with a special interest in larynx and related problems.

I would like to thank and congratulate the chapter authors for their excellent contributions and the time taken in writing the chapters and providing continued research, high-quality clinical observations, patient care, selfless teaching, and writing to advance knowledge in this field.

I would like to also thank the valuable teachers from whom I have gained knowledge throughout the years. I am grateful to IntechOpen for the final book project and print and for appointing me as the editor. My sincere thanks go to Author Service Manager Sara Tikel at IntechOpen for guiding me through the publication process and moving the book ahead in a timely fashion and to the technical editors for arranging the book in a uniform format.

I would like to dedicate this book to my spouse, children, and loved ones for all their patience and understanding.

### **Balwant Singh Gendeh, MBBS, MS(ORL-HNS), UKM, AM(Mal), FAMM, FASc (M'sia), FMSA** Retired Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Center, Bangi, Malaysia Senior Consultant, ENT Resident Surgeon, Rhinology, Allergy, Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgery, Functional and Cosmetic Nasal Surgery, Pantai Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Section 1

Laryngeal Neuroregulation

Section 1
