Book description
The Scaphoid
brings together in one definitive reference every aspect of carpal
scaphoid injury treatment. Featuring insights from pioneers in the
field, its comprehensive coverage extends from standard open procedures
to state-of-the-art percutaneous methods and mini-incision techniques.
Each chapter covers a different procedure, beginning with a discussion
of relevant anatomical considerations, indications, contraindications,
and potential outcomes. The expert authors then present step-by-step
demonstrations of each surgical approach complemented by clearly labeled
illustrations that help readers to visualize the specific procedure
while reinforcing their understanding of the basic principles of
scaphoid fracture fixation.Features
Comprehensive information on arthroscopic bone grafting,
vascularized grafts, salvage procedures, the various types of
implants, and much more
600 vivid illustrations -- including 300 in full-color -- enhance
the text
Concise, narrated videos on an accompanying Thieme MediaCenter web
page demonstrate procedures described in the book, including
percutaneous, mini-open and arthroscopic assisted scaphoid screw
insertion, volar and dorsal vascularized scaphoid bone grafts, and
more This highly practical clinical reference is an indispensable
resource for every resident, fellow, or clinician in hand surgery,
orthopedic trauma surgery, or plastic surgery.
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA
School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA Associate Professor and Associate
Director, Hand and Upper Extremity Program and Microvascular Surgery,
Yale Medical Group - The Physicians of Yale University, New Haven, CT
(deceased)
