Ultrasound of the Hand and Upper Extremity

John R. Fowler

ISBN 10: 1626236887 / ISBN 13: 9781626236882

Published by Thieme, Stuttgart, Thieme Publishers New York Okt 2017, 2017

Neuware -This easy-to-follow 'cookbook' guides hand surgeons and radiologists through the process of diagnosis and treatmentMobile ultrasonography is revolutionizing the way hand surgery patients are managed. Ultrasound of the Hand and Upper Extremity: A Step-by-Step Guide is the first book on this field that is intended for practicing hand surgeons and the radiologists who work with them. A stepwise, practical guide specially designed for quick reference, with bullet-point text, informative figures, and detailed clinical examples, this book and its accompanying videos are ideal for the busy clinician.Edited by John R. Fowler and Nandkumar M. Rawool, with contributions by other experts with long experience in ultrasound techniques, this book features a reader-friendly chapter structure that describes the appropriate setup, anatomic landmarks, probe and patient positioning, comparative normal anatomy, relevant pathologic anatomy, and available injection techniques for 14 anatomic areas and conditions.Key Highlights- Full-color photographs to depict proper patient and probe positioning for optimal results- Expert advice on ultrasound machine settings for achieving the best images in various structures- Labeled ultrasound images of deformities and normal anatomy for comparative clinical use- Thirteen instructive videos highlight ultrasound techniques for a range of structures and pathologiesThis unique guidebook for upper limb ultrasound methods is the essential primary reference for all practicing hand surgeons and residents, as well as orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, and radiologists who must provide their patients with unrivaled care using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. 202 pp. Englisch. Seller Inventory # 9781626236882

Synopsis:

Mobile ultrasonography is revolutionising the way hand surgery patients are managed. 'Ultrasound of the Hand and Upper Extremity: A Step-by-Step Guide' is the first book on this field that is intended for practicing hand surgeons and the radiologists who work with them. A stepwise, practical guide specially designed for quick reference, with bullet-point text, informative figures, and detailed clinical examples, this book and its accompanying videos are ideal for the busy clinician. Edited by John R. Fowler and Nandkumar M. Rawool, with contributions by other experts with long experience in ultrasound techniques, this book features a reader-friendly chapter structure that describes the appropriate setup, anatomic landmarks, probe and patient positioning, comparative normal anatomy, relevant pathologic anatomy, and available injection techniques for 14 anatomic areas and conditions. Key Highlights: * Full-colour photographs to depict proper patient and probe positioning for optimal results. * Expert advice on ultrasound machine settings for achieving the best images in various structures. * Labelled ultrasound images of deformities and normal anatomy for comparative clinical use. * Thirteen instructive videos highlight ultrasound techniques for a range of structures and pathologies. This unique guidebook for upper limb ultrasound methods is the essential primary reference for all practicing hand surgeons and residents, as well as orthopaedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, and radiologists who must provide their patients with unrivalled care using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques.

About the Author:

John Fowler is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery in the Division of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, USA. Carol Andrews is an Associate Professor and the Division Chief of Musculoskeletal Radiology in the Department of Radiology at the University of Pittsburgh.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Ultrasound of the Hand and Upper Extremity
Publisher: Thieme, Stuttgart, Thieme Publishers New York Okt 2017
Publication Date: 2017
Binding: Kombiprodukt
Condition: Neu