Practical Spinal Surgery

Author: Yang Shuhua
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: This book is divided into 41 chapters, systematically introducing the applied anatomy and basic biomechanics of the spine, the biomechanical testing methods, design principles, and biomechanical characteristics of various spinal internal fixation materials. It covers the imaging diagnostic methods for spinal diseases and trauma, the mechanisms, pathophysiological changes, injury assessment, clinical manifestations, classification methods, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment principles, and surgical treatment procedures for spinal and spinal cord trauma and diseases. The book also discusses preoperative preparation, surgical positioning, anesthetic methods, implant selection, surgical procedures, fixation and fusion methods, intraoperative and postoperative precautions, as well as short-term and long-term complications and basic preventive measures for internal implants such as Harrington rods, Edwards internal fixators, Luque rods, various screws, wires, plates, cables, and splints in the correction and treatment of various spinal curvatures, segmental spinal trauma, deformities, and diseases. Additionally, it includes new research findings on arterial experimental model creation, biomechanical foundations, and clinical applications, accompanied by numerous illustrations. Suitable for researchers, clinical medical and nursing professionals, and students in spinal surgery, orthopedics, and related fields.