Decision Making in Spinal Care

Description




Decision Making in Spinal Care presents all the current information
on management strategies for the most common spine problems,
including trauma injuries, metabolic and degenerative diseases, and
spinal deformities. Each chapter opens with a concise introduction to
the topic and discussion of the classification of the injury,
condition, or management approach. The authors then describe the
diagnostic workup of the patient, the treatment options available,
the likely outcome, and possible complications.

Highlights:

Treatment algorithms at the start of each chapter enable clinicians
to rapidly determine the pathology of a spine condition, formulate a
diagnostic plan, and choose which surgical or nonsurgical treatment
is best

Discussion of contemporary spinal issues, including spinal tumors,
osteoporosis, minimally invasive surgery, and nonfusion techniques,
keeps the clinician abreast of the latest advances

Annotated lists of key references, complete with synopses of the
articles and chapters referenced, enable readers to pursue topics at
greater length

More than 200 figures demonstrate important concepts

This "must-have" reference is ideal for orthopaedic surgeons,
neurosurgeons, physiatrists, and primary care physicians seeking to
sharpen their clinical decision-making skills in managing spine
conditions. The book will also benefit spine fellows, medical
students, and residents needing a comprehensive board review.