Essentials of orthopaedic surgery

Wiesel and Delahay ́ s Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery, now in its fourth edition, is an ideal reference for students of the musculoskeletal system. Through its many photographs and illustrations, concise text, consistent format and breadth of scope, this book guides its readers through the basics of orthopedic surgery and common orthopedic disorders in adults and children. This edition has been completely updated with current clinical information and each chapter is focused on decision making, including algorithms based on standards and guidelines to help readers formulate both diagnostic and treatment plans. Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery, Fourth Edition is a perfect book for young surgeons, residents, students, nurses, and physician assistants to learn or review key topics in orthopedic surgery.

This concise third edition offers hands-on guidance for identifying and treating the most commonly seen orthopedic problems in children and adults. Convenient as a study source for medical students, its many photographs and illustrations will also serve as a useful clinical reference for young surgeons, residents, nurses, and physician assistants. Each of the many topics is covered in depth and is designed to educate medical students and steer them towards formulating excellent diagnoses and treatment plans. As a further aid, multiple-choice questions are included at the end of each chapter, and there is a section devoted to case studies.

Front Matter....Pages i-xii Basic Science of Bone and Cartilage Metabolism....Pages 1-34 Skeletal Trauma....Pages 35-73 Orthopedic Infections....Pages 75-97 Tumors of the Musculoskeletal System....Pages 99-171 Children’s Orthopedics....Pages 173-251 Sports Medicine....Pages 253-269 The Spine....Pages 271-322 The Shoulder....Pages 323-351 The Elbow....Pages 353-373 The Hand....Pages 375-399 The Hip and Femur....Pages 401-434 The Knee....Pages 435-449 The Foot and Ankle....Pages 451-482 Back Matter....Pages 483-522 Based on the successful formula of three previous editions.