Full Description
The new edition of the now classic Adam's Outline of Fractures - prepared by authors working in the UK - has been updated to include the latest conservative and surgical approaches to the management of fractures. Suitable for medical undergraduates and trainee surgeons, as well as nurses and physiotherapists working in trauma services, this classic text continues to offer a sound basis for the safe and effective management of musculoskeletal injuries.
New edition of highly praised book with an established reputation
Well known for its clear writing style and logical classification of fractures
Basics of treatment are summarised in a useful appendix for quick reference and revision
Provides up-to-date surgical therapies as well as conservative treatment options
New author line-up
Clear new page format, using two-colour design
Extended artwork programme, now including two-colour line artworks, new radiographs, MRI and CT scans
Enhanced anatomical classification system
Advances in cell biology and molecular genetics
New chapter on osteoporosis, including fracture treatment in the elderly
Contents
Introduction
Pathology of fractures and fracture healing
Clinical and radiological features of fractures
Principles of fracture treatment
Complications of fractures
Special features of fractures in children
Osteoporosis and fragility fractures
Joint injuries
Cervical spine
Spine and thorax
Paraplegia from spinal injuries
Shoulder and upper arm
Elbow and forearm
Wrist and hand
Pelvis and hip
Thigh and knee
Leg and ankle
The foot
Further reading
Index
