Product Description

Over the past 50 years, there have been unprecedented innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal disorders. This outstanding new book, designed to complement the authors' MasterCases: Spine Surgery, brings together an international team of 53 renowned contributors who provide valuable insights and surgical secrets--their "tricks of the trade"-- in a concise, easy-access format. The text is succinct and well illustrated, giving you a quick reference on how to perform many spinal procedures. The book is divided into 13 sections, each examining a specific area of the spine. Within each section, you will find: descriptions of specific procedures; step-by-step instructions; potential benefits; indications and contraindications; special considerations; tips, pearls, and pitfalls; and "bail outs" or rescues for the most difficult situations. Plus, the book covers the entire spectrum of management issues--diagnosis, treatment, and complications--for each particular spinal procedure. Key features of SPINE SURGERY: TRICKS OF THE TRADE:

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #695187 in Books
• Published on: 2002-10-18
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 212 pages

Book Info
Thomas Jefferson Univ., Philadelphia, PA. Quick reference provides step-by-step surgical instructions, indications, contraindications, special considerations, tips, pitfalls, and rescues for difficult situations. Features descriptions and analysis of current surgical techniques in a two-page format. Includes more than 300 halftone line drawings.

Customer Reviews

Excellent summary
Great precis of the techniques. Not meant to replace a more authoritative tome. Simply a how to manual. A must for all spine surgeon's and all spine wannabes.