Septic Bone and Joint Surgery

This concise and superbly illustrated surgical manual provides step-by-step instruction on how to effectively manage
acute and chronic bone and joint infections. The book opens with a discussion of the pathophysiology and classification
of this challenging disease. Leading clinicians discuss diagnostic procedures, including imaging and nuclear medicine
techniques, and cover different methods of antibiotic therapy. The book then guides readers through a range of
techniques for the surgical treatment of osteomyelitis, plastic and reconstructive techniques for primary treatment and
prevention of infections, procedures for managing infected prostheses, and arthrodeses for infected joints.

Features:

뷥ractical notes, tips, tricks, and pitfalls highlighted in color-coded boxes


뷣umerous case studies offering treatment examples for daily practice


뷪o-the-point descriptions and clear presentation of complex material


뷢ore than 500 high-quality radiographic images, full-color illustrations, and photos demonstrating the anatomy and
surgical techniques


Ideal as a quick reference prior to surgery, Septic Bone and Joint Surgery is a practical guide for clinicians and
residents in orthopaedic surgery, general surgery, and plastic surgery.