Synopsis of spine surgery /
| Author / Creator: | An, Howard S. |
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| Edition: | 2nd ed. |
| Imprint: | New York : Thieme, c2008. |
| Description: | viii, 272 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/6815475 |
| Summary: | The second edition of Synopsis of Spine Surgery uses a succinct, easily accessible outline format to present the latest diagnostic and management techniques for a range of spine problems. The book opens with review of general principles, including anatomy, surgical approaches, the physical examination, imaging and diagnostic testing, biomechanics of the spine and instrumentation, and the physiology of bone grafting. In the chapters that follow, the authors share their clinical expertise on the management of degenerative spinal conditions, deformities, and trauma, as well as on special topics such as tumors, infections, rheumatoid arthritis, seronegative spondyloarthropathies, and pediatric spine disorders. Features: Succinct outline format speeds reader through review of the goals of treatment, evaluation, classification of injuries, diagnosis, prognosis, indications, surgical treatments, and nonoperative treatment options, including pharmacologic intervention Precise line drawings aid comprehension of surgical approaches and techniques New chapters cover biological implants and motion sparing devices Annotated bibliography provides reader with key references for further study Handy portable size is ideal for busy physicians on the move Synopsis of Spine Surgery will enable |
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| Physical Description: | viii, 272 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781588904959 1588904954 9783131431127 3131431121 |
