Release Date: 01 November, 2003
Hardcover
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From Book News, Inc.
Organized according to the cervical, thoracolumbar, and lumbar regions of the spine, the 25 contributions in this collection describe the steps involved in performing delicate procedures on the spinal column, illustrate operative techniques in color photographs and drawings, and outline complications and pitfalls to be avoided. The second edition replaces over half of the previous articles with new ones.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Book Description
This new volume of the prestigious Master Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery series presents the most advanced and successful surgical techniques for treatment of spinal disorders. The book is written by the leading surgeons, who discuss each surgical procedure as if they were working side by side with the reader--explaining the indications and rationale for the procedure, giving step-by-step instructions on technique, identifying pitfalls and potential complications, and offering valuable tips for improving surgical results. This volume is thoroughly illustrated with full-color intraoperative photographs, as well as drawings by noted medical illustrators and radiographs. A slide set for this volume will also be available.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Book Info
Univ. of California, San Francisco. Provides easy-to-follow descriptions of operative techniques. Includes surgical tips and pearls and features abundant color photographs and drawings. For orthopedic surgeons and residents. Previous edition: c1994. DNLM: Spine--surgery. Rating 5.0
Excellent purchase for residents and AttendingsThis book is part of a series that is a `must have' for all orthopaedic and neurological surgeons interested in spinal surgery. It is a highly organized and comprehensive review of the major techniques used in spinal surgery today. There are numerous figures that correspond exceptionally well to the text, which greatly enhances visualization of the techniques. |
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