Handbook of Spine Surgery

Handbook of Spine Surgery

Drawing on the experience of leaders in both neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery, <em>Handbook of Spine Surgery</em> is authoritative, concise, and portable, designed for use in a fast-paced clinical setting. Its coverage of both principles and techniques of contemporary spine surgery, including anatomy, pathology, procedures, and instrumentation, makes it highly useful as a refresher before surgery, an easily digestible study guide, or a daily companion for physicians caring for patients with spinal disorders. <br /></br><strong>Key Features:</strong><li>An easy-to-read, bullet-style format that provides readable but not overwhelming content </li><li>Surgical Pearls that tap into the experiences of surgeons who have mastered that procedure</li> <li>Common Clinical Questions (with answers) at the end of each chapter that highlight topics frequently encountered in the operating room and on board exams</li> <li>Superb visual examples that illuminate the procedures described</li> <li>Helpful appendices that cover positioning, spinal orthoses, and scales and outcome measures</li> A first-of-its-kind, this handbook is designed to be the go-to guide for those conducting and involved in surgical spine treatment.