Handbook of Fractures, Third Edition

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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