Operative techniques: orthopaedic trauma surgery

Text includes: Acromioclavicular joint injuries: open reduction and internal fixation; Fractures of the clavicle; Glenoid fracture; Proximal humerus: IM nailing; Terrible triad injuries of the elbow: open reduction internal fixation; Traumatic elbow dislocation; Radial head arthroplasty; Scaphoid fracture fixation; Knee dislocations; Patella fractures: plating; Tibial shaft fractures: spanning and definitive external fixation; Compartment syndrome; Pelvic external fixation; Treatment of open fractures; Nonunion; Malunion; Optimising perioperative fracture care.

Part of the practical, highly illustrated Operative Techniques series, this fully revised book from Drs. Emil H. Schemitsch and Michael D. McKee brings you up to speed with must-know surgical techniques in today's technically demanding orthopaedic trauma surgery. Step-by-step, evidence-based guidance walks you through both common and unique cases you're likely to see in your practice, including upper extremity, lower extremity, spine, pelvis, and acetabulum trauma. Practical features such as pearls of wisdom, key points, and potential pitfalls detailed by the authors in order to successfully manage patients with complex fracture patterns have all been reinforced in this new edition.