Practical Orthopedics - (Bestselling Military Medical Book) (3rd Edition)

Author: Xu Shaoting
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: This book is jointly compiled by authoritative experts in orthopedics and revised based on the previous two editions, comprising 5 parts and 59 chapters. Part I Orthopedic Basics, including the development and normal structure of bones, bone biology, various orthopedic examinations, and common treatment techniques. Part II Orthopedic Trauma, including systemic reactions and complications after trauma, syndromes, fracture healing and its influencing factors, various fixation techniques and instruments, treatment of injuries to the upper extremity, cervical spine, thoracolumbar spine, spinal cord, pelvis, lower extremity, peripheral nerves, limbs' blood vessels, epiphysis, joints, as well as gunshot wounds, nonunion, malunion, amputation, replantation of hands and fingers. Part III Bone Diseases, including congenital and metabolic bone diseases, infections of bones and joints, sequelae of poliomyelitis, sequelae of cerebral palsy, bone tumors and tumor-like conditions. Part IV Regional Orthopedics, including shoulder, elbow, hand, spine, hip, knee, and foot diseases. Part V Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, including bone grafting, application of orthopedic musculocutaneous flaps, microsurgery, artificial joints, amputation, prostheses and orthotics, and rehabilitation and reconstruction after spinal cord injury. The authors primarily summarize their own practical experience while incorporating recent achievements in orthopedic research from around the world, providing a comprehensive reflection of the current state of orthopedics. The book closely integrates basic and clinical knowledge, offering rich and practical content. It serves as an authoritative and essential reference for orthopedic physicians, as well as a valuable resource for orthopedic educators and researchers.