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T e evaluation of musculoskeletal disorders is of en T is atlas of ers a starting point for orthopedic, ra- problematic because of the variety of diseases and di- ology, and pathology residents. Furthermore, it emp- agnostic complexity. T is is compounded by the in- sizes a team approach and should be attractive to the creasing specialization in this f eld. While a variety of clinician, the rheumatologist, the radiologist, and - recent textbooks give comprehensive coverage of these thologist and of er them the opportunity to familiarize disorders, this color atlas is intended to provide a suc- themselves with and enhance their diagnostic acumen of cinct guide to evaluation and treatment. T e atlas is or- these musculoskeletal conditions. ganized into sections according to diagnosis. T e text T is atlas of clinical orthopedics is a joint ef ort from is brief and gives concise information on the clinical two large institutions, the Orthopedic Department of features, radiographic characteristics and pathologi- Semmelweis University (Hungary) and the musculos- cal features that are important for the diagnosis. T e letal tumor center of Mayo Clinic (USA), both of which reader will appreciate the many illustrations demon- have extensive experience in the dif erent areas of m- strating the characteristic features of musculoskeletal culoskeletal diseases.
List of contents
Common Bone Dysplasias and Malformations.- Infection.- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Related Diseases.- Neurogenic Osteoarthropathy (Charcot's Joint).- Stress Fractures (Fatigue Fractures, Marsh-Fractures).- Hemophilia.- Metabolic and Endocrine Diseases.- Bone Tumors.- Soft Tissue Tumors.- Synovial Neoformation and Tumors.- Tumor-like Lesions of Bone.- Connective Tissue Disorders.- Pediatric Orthopedics.- Neck, Chest, Spine and Pelvis.- Shoulder, Upper Arm.- Elbow, Forearm.- Wrist and Hand.- Hip.- Knee.- Ankle and Foot.
Summary
Clinical photographs, X-rays, MRI, ultrasound, and CT pictures provide an in-depth view of the clinical features of orthopedic diseases and deformities. This atlas is an invaluable help in differential diagnosis for orthopedic surgeons and residents alike.
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From the reviews:
“This is a full color atlas of congenital, pediatric, and genetic syndromes encountered in Orthopaedic Surgery. The text complements the radiography, Histo., pathology, and CT images found in dysplastic, and acquired bone and joint disorders. I highly recommend this book for residents and orthopaedic physicians.” (Joseph J. Grenier, Amazon.com, June, 2014)
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From the reviews:
"This is a full color atlas of congenital, pediatric, and genetic syndromes encountered in Orthopaedic Surgery. The text complements the radiography, Histo., pathology, and CT images found in dysplastic, and acquired bone and joint disorders. I highly recommend this book for residents and orthopaedic physicians." (Joseph J. Grenier, Amazon.com, June, 2014)
