Spinal Deformities: The Comprehensive Text - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3131305517 ISBN 13: 9783131305510

Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group, 2003

Synopsis

The treatment of spinal deformities has developed at an amazing pace over the last several decades. This landmark text, an official product of the Scoliosis Research Society, is the first to address this complex field in a single, comprehensive volume. An international team of authors brings you the essential information necessary for treating spinal deformities. More than 800 illustrations demonstrate correct methods for spinal surgery. The book begins with an introduction to surgical anatomy and then goes on to cover such topics as: physiology; pharmacology; neurology; radiology; instrumentation; and much more! Every aspect of spinal deformities is discussed, from initial diagnosis and underlying causes, to treatment, complications, and rehabilitation for people of all ages--from infants to senior citizens.

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Review

'The various texts benefit from superb iconography. This work, which goes far beyond spine deformities, constitutes a reference book.' -- European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology

From the Back Cover

Here is the first book to bring basic and clinical science together in the challenging field of spinal deformities. A renowned team of international authors provide the soup-to-nuts information you need, demonstrating not only how to stop progression of a deformity, but also how to quickly and safely correct it.

Beginning with an introduction to surgical anatomy, the book covers physiology, pharmacology, neurology, radiology, instrumentation, surgical techniques, complications, and more. It provides vital details on every aspect of spinal deformities from degenerative disc disease and neuromuscular scoliosis to fusion techniques and revision surgery.

Special features of this encyclopedic resource: State-of-the-art approaches to clinical evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation from a who's who of leading experts More than 1,000 high-quality illustrations demonstrate all surgical procedures Detailed, in-depth analysis of everything from anatomy and pharmacology to biomechanics and anesthesiology Endorsed by the world's leading scoliosis/spinal organization, The Scoliosis Research Society

This book is the bible for treating spinal deformities that every orthopedic surgeon, neurosurgeon, and resident needs. Take advantage of this single-volume text that contains all the facts and information necessary to successfully manage spinal deformities!

Edition details

• Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3131305517
• ISBN 13: 9783131305510
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 861
• Editor: DeWald Ronald L.