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Now in a completely revised and expanded fifth edition including a new content, Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery remains the ideal reference for students of the musculoskeletal system. Through its many photographs and illustrations, concise text, practical format and breadth of scope, this book guides its readers through the basics of orthopedic surgery and common orthopedic disorders in adults and children.
Following a review of the basic science of bone and cartilage metabolism, a brand new chapter on biomechanics and biomaterials presents the current state of the art. Subsequent chapters cover musculoskeletal infection, tumors and trauma, then proceed anatomically to each joint and its disorders, with a separate chapter discussing unique considerations with pediatric patients. Each chapter focuses on decision-making, including algorithms based on standards and guidelines to help readers formulate both diagnostic and treatment plans, and plentiful figures and tables expand and enhance the overall presentation.
Both timely and practical, Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery, Fifth Edition is the perfect book for young surgeons, residents, students, nurses, and physician assistants to learn or review key topics in orthopedic surgery.
List of contents
Basic Science of Bone and Cartilage Metabolism.- Biomechanics and Biomaterials.- Imaging of the Musculoskeletal System.- Skeletal Trauma.- Orthopedic Infections.- Tumors of the Musculoskeletal System.- Pediatric Orthopedics.- Sports Medicine of the Hip and Knee.- The Shoulder.- The Spine.- The Elbow.- The Hand.- Hip Osteoarthritis and Arthroplasty.- Knee Osteoarthritis and Arthroplasty.- The Foot and Ankle.
About the author
William F. Postma, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA
John N. Delahay, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA
Sam W. Wiesel, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA
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