Genetics, embryology, and development of auditory and vestibular systems

A foundational, explanatory textbook for the difficult concepts of genetics and embryology as they apply to the ear, hearing, and balance. The authors clearly explain the basic science and cover the clinical relevance of the topic, from animal research to the human condition

Section I. Background: Introduction. Nature of Cells and Tissues. Basic Concepts in Genetics. Basic Concepts in Embryology. Section II. Early Development: Embryonic Period: Embryology of the Outer Ear. Embryology of the Middle Ear. Embryology of the Inner Ear. Animal Models for Human Disorders. Section III. Late Development: Fetal Period: Emergence of Hearing Function. Emergence of Vestibular Function. Emergence of Balance Function. Interactions Between Auditory and Vestibular Dysfuntion. Index.