Handbook Of Fractures 3e

Thoroughly updated for its Third Edition, this pocket-sized go-anywhere guide is the ideal on-the-spot reference for residents and practitioners seeking fast facts on fracture management and classification. Chapters organized by anatomic site provide key information on fractures in adults and in children, including epidemiology, anatomy, mechanism of injury, clinical evaluation, radiologic evaluation, classification, treatment, and management of complications. The book's easy-access format features numerous charts, tables, diagrams, illustrations, and bulleted lists. Two new chapters in this edition cover closed reduction, casting, and traction, and orthopaedic analgesia. Handbook of Fractures, Third Edition will also be available for PDAs. See PDA listing for details.

Thoroughly updated for its Fourth Edition, this pocket-sized go-anywhere guide is the ideal on-the-spot reference for residents and practitioners seeking fast facts on fracture management and classification. Chapters organized by anatomic site provide key information on fractures in adults and in children, including epidemiology, anatomy, mechanism of injury, clinical evaluation, radiologic evaluation, classification, treatment, and management of complications. The book's easy-access format features numerous charts, tables, diagrams, illustrations, and bulleted lists. This edition includes new and updated information on aspiration of the joints, fracture reduction, traumatic lacerations, and multiple trauma.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Handbook of Fractures is the ideal portable resource for health care professionals who need to manage patients with musculoskeletal problems Written by leading orthopedic surgeons, this superbly illustrated pocket guide helps you expertly diagnose, classify, and, most importantly, manage every type of fracture and ligamentous injury commonly seen in clinical practice. Organized by anatomic region and packed with high-quality line drawings and x-rays illustrating diagnostic and management procedures, this invaluable guide covers: Anatomy surrounding the fracture Diagnosis with physical and radiographic findings Differentiation of mechanisms of injury Fracture classification Indications for operative treatment Description of potential surgical options Expected outcome Management of late complications Summaries and reflections

With practical coverage of both adult and pediatric fractures, Handbook of Fractures, Sixth Edition is the must-have reference for residents and anyone—nurse practitioners and physician assistants, for example—in either the orthopaedic or emergency medicine setting. The book’s easy-to-read review provides fast access to information on all aspects of fracture management and classification—from anatomy and mechanism of injury to clinical and radiologic evaluation and treatment.

This practical handbook covers the diagnosis and management of fractures in adults and children. Each chapter is organized as follows: Epidemiology, Anatomy, Mechanism of Injury, Clinical Evaluation, Radiologic Evaluation, Classification, treatment, Complications. Section 1 also covers Multiple Trauma, Gunshot Wounds, pathologic and periprosthetic fractures, and orthopedic analgesia. The new edition will be in full color and will include a new chapter on the basic science of fracture healing, as well as a new section on intraoperative Imaging. Features: Bulleted format allows quick access and easy reading Consistent format for targeted reading Covers adult and pediatric fractures Covers fractures in all anatomic areas Heavily illustrated PortableIn Full color New chapter: Basic Science of Fracture Healing New Section: Intraoperative Imaging

Fracture management is fundamental to Orthopaedic practice. This book's easy-to-use format helps diagnose, classify, and most importantly, manage the fractures and ligamentous injuries most likely to be seen in clinical practice. Organized by anatomic region, the text enables the user to form a diagnosis based on physical and radiographic findings, then focuses on the basic principles of fracture management using an array of superb line drawings and X-rays. Chapters cover the anatomy surrounding the fracture, various possible mechanisms of injury, classification of fractures, clinical evaluation, indications and treatment (operative and non-operative), results, late complications, and summary/reflections.

This pocket-sized reference book provides information on the fracture treatment of all bones. A concentration on small anatomic areas enables material to be located and reviewed quickly. Each chapter covers: anatomy of the area, various possible mechanisms of injury, classifications of fractures, clinical evaluation (including both physical and radiographic examination), indications and treatment (both operative and non-operative), results, late complications and summary/reflections. Line drawings and X-rays complement the text throughout.

Handbook of Fractures, Third Edition, for the PDA is an indispensable on-the-spot guide to fracture management and classification and a perfect hand-held companion to Rockwood, Green, and Wilkins' Fractures, Sixth Edition and The Rockwood Solution. Intuitive and easy to navigate, this PDA reference provides instant access to information on fractures in adults and children, including epidemiology, anatomy, mechanism of injury, clinical evaluation, radiologic evaluation, classification, treatment, and complications. Two new entries cover closed reduction, casting, and traction, and orthopaedic analgesia. SmARTabs allow movement within topics with a single touch. Users can customize content by adding information, which is automatically integrated into the existing document. Platform: Palm OS, Windows CE, and Pocket PC handheld devices