Orthopaedic Surgery

by Baratz, Mark E.; Watson, Anthony D.; Imbriglia, Joseph Ettore; Fowler, Jodi Lyn

• ISBN13: 9780865777798
• ISBN10: 0865777799
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-03-01
• Publisher: George Thieme Verlag

Summary

Offering a complete, fully integrated approach to the entire field of orthopaedic surgery, this new reference covers basic science, anatomy, surgical approaches, evaluation, treatment and anticipated outcome.Highlights include full discussions of: musculoskeletal soft tissues, joint pathology, imaging techniques, trauma, oncology, adult and pediatric orthopaedics, medical malpractice, and evolving telemedicine technology. The book's detailed yet easy-to-read format aids in implementing the practical tips and guidelines, highlighted throughout.As comprehensive as any existing orthopaedic textbook, but with the convenience of portability, the book contains hundreds of useful, finely executed illustrations. With its complete approach, this decisive book also provides the core curriculum for orthopaedic residents, including state-of-the-art sections on gene therapy, outpatient orthopaedics, new surgical procedures, and resource management.Practical and timely, ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY: THE ESSENTIALS provides a clear, streamlined approach to the field. It is ideal for residents, medical students, and practicing orthopaedic surgeons, who will use it both for examination review and for authoritative reference.

Table of Contents

Contributors	p. xi
Preface	p. xvii
Foreword	p. xix
Acknowledgments	p. xx
Basic Science
Orthopaedic Biomechanics	p. 3
Biomaterials	p. 13
Bone	p. 23
Cartilage and Synovium	p. 33
Musculoskeletal Soft Tissues	p. 49
Genetic Aspects of Orthopaedic Disorders	p. 65
Joint Pathology	p. 73
The Scientific Method	p. 87
Diagnostic Studies
Nonimaging Diagnostic Studies	p. 101
Musculoskeletal Imaging	p. 107
Anesthesia for Orthopaedic Procedures	p. 135
Trauma
Approach to Multiply Injured Patients	p. 143
Soft Tissue Coverage
Soft Tissue Coverage of the Upper Extremity	p. 153
Soft Tissue Coverage of the Lower Extremity	p. 161
Spine
Traumatic and Degenerative Conditions of the Cervical Spine	p. 189
Traumatic and Degenerative Conditions of the Lumbosacral Spine	p. 215
Shoulder
Evaluation of Shoulder Pain	p. 233
Fractures of the Shoulder	p. 243
Shoulder Instability	p. 257
Rotator Cuff Disease	p. 275
Arthritis of the Shoulder	p. 289
Elbow
Fractures of the Humeral Shaft	p. 309
Fractures and Dislocations of the Elbow	p. 327
Overuse Syndromes of the Elbow	p. 349
Arthritis of the Elbow	p. 363
Diaphyseal Forearm Fractures	p. 377
Wrist/Hand
Fractures and Dislocations of the Wrist and Hand	p. 389
Tendon Injuries of the Wrist and Hand	p. 405
Ligament Injuries of the Wrist and Hand	p. 423
Vascular Injuries of the Wrist and Hand	p. 435
Arthritis of the Wrist and Hand	p. 451
Pelvis, Hip, and Femur
Pelvis, Acetabulum, and Hip Trauma	p. 467
Pelvis, Hip, and Femur Reconstruction	p. 495
Knee and Leg
Knee and Leg Trauma	p. 517
Soft Tissue Problems of the Knee	p. 541
Knee Reconstruction	p. 577
Foot and Ankle
Foot and Ankle Trauma	p. 591
Foot and Ankle Reconstruction	p. 615
Pediatrics
Pediatric Fractures	p. 641
Congenital Anomalies of the Upper Extremity	p. 657
Disorders of the Lower Extremity in Children	p. 675
The Pediatric Foot	p. 693
Pediatric Spine	p. 711
Neuromuscular Disorders in Children	p. 737
Nerve Injuries
Acute Injuries to Peripheral Nerves	p. 751
Chronic Nerve Injuries and Neuropathies	p. 761
Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
Principles of Rehabilitation	p. 779
Lower Extremity Amputations and Prostheses	p. 789
Oncology
The Principles of Biopsy and Staging of Bone Tumors	p. 801
Benign Lesions of the Musculoskeletal System	p. 811
Malignant Lesions of the Musculoskeletal System	p. 831
Metastatic Lesions to the Bone	p. 841
Infections
Infections: Overview and Management	p. 851
Orthopaedic Issues in Aging
Orthopaedic Issues in Aging	p. 865
Ethics
Ethics in Orthopaedic Surgery	p. 873
Economic, Legal, and Political Issues in Orthopaedics
Economic Realities of Orthopedic Practice	p. 883
Critical Pathways in Orthopaedics	p. 891
Workers' Compensation Overview	p. 911
A Defense Attorney's Perspective: The Impact of Workers' Compensation on Disability	p. 915
The Independent Medical Examination: The Orthopaedic Surgeon as a Medical Expert	p. 919
Workers' Compensation Depositions: Attorney's Perspective	p. 923
Medical Malpractice: Perspective of the Physician's Team	p. 927
Medical Malpractice: The Attorney	p. 933
Telemedicine Technology	p. 935
Index	p. 939
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