Book description
Praise for this book:
[Four stars]
This book is required reading for orthopedic and neurosurgical
fellows and residents...very highly
recommend[ed]...outstanding.--Doody's Review
This best-selling book returns in a second edition covering the major
procedures in spine surgery and the latest technical innovations in the
field. Retaining the comprehensive scope and accessible presentation of
the previous edition, the book distills the basic elements of each
procedure using concise descriptions and simple line drawings. New
sections of the book cover minimally invasive exposure methods,
motion-sparing techniques, and the latest fixation techniques.Highlights:
Each chapter outlines the essentials of the procedure in just a few pages
Consistent presentation throughout the book enhances ease of use
Tips, pearls, lessons learned, special considerations, pitfalls, and
bailout, rescue, and salvage procedures emphasize critical points to
help ensure a safe and effective procedure
Nearly 500 illustrations demonstrate key technical points
Concise and up-to-date, this book serves as an invaluable quick
reference prior to surgery. It is ideal for clinicians and residents in
spine surgery, orthopedics, and neurosurgery. Praise for this book:
_x000D_ "[Four stars] Well written...the line illustrations are
clear and informative...required reading for orthopedic and
neurosurgical fellows and residents...very highly
recommend[ed]...outstanding."--Doody's Review_x000D_ _x000D_
"Black and white illustrations of the basic anatomy, surgical
procedure, and hardware are included in each chapter...a concise easy to
read reference...Each chapter provides an overview of a surgical
procedure, as well as discussion related to the questions of who and why
someone should be considered for the procedure, and how the procedure is
performed...covers a multitude of common and not so common spine
surgical procedures."--Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical
Therapy_x000D_ _x000D_ "A fascinating overview of modern spine
surgery techniques...extremely well structured...will allow the
neurosurgical or orthopedic resident, spine fellow, or fully trained
specialist to make his or her own and best therapeutic choice in a given
situation."--Acta Neurochirurgica_x000D_ _x000D_ Praise for the
first edition:
_x000D_ "Attractively and efficiently organized...a surprisingly
comprehensive quick-reference manual of operative spine surgery...cut[s]
to the surgical chase...an efficient source for review of procedural
techniques."--The Spine Journal_x000D_ _x000D_ "Conforms to
the high standards that one expects from Thieme publishing...a wonderful
resource for the experienced spine surgeon looking for a quick review of
the indications and steps for the most contemporary spinal
procedures."--Journal of Neurosurgery_x000D_ _x000D_ "Short,
cleanly written sections...describe the important points and fine tips
needed to get one from beginning to end of a surgical procedure. The
line drawings are excellent...This text has a place in the libraries of
all training programs and physicians of all skill levels."--Journal
of Spinal Disorders and Techniques_x000D_ _x000D_ "A complete and
excellent reference for those in need of an instant source of
information regarding current treatments offered in the armamentarium of
the spine surgeon...recommend[ed]."--The Journal of Trauma: Injury,
Infection and Critical Care_x000D_ _x000D_ "This textbook is
perfect for the trainee in either neurosurgery or orthopaedic surgery,
from junior residents to established spine fellows...focused and well
organized...the excellent artists' renditions of 3D spinal anatomy are
one of the key strengths of this text..recommend[ed]."--American
Journal of Neuroradiology Professor of Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery,
The Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA,
USA Professor and Chairman, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas
Jefferson University Medical College and the Rothman Institute,
Philadelphia, PA, USA
