NPA_NOV17_FEB18_2017

MEDICAL

Orthopaedics

Illustrated Tips and Tricks for Intraoperative Imaging in Fracture Surgery By Christiaan N. Mamczak, DO; Christopher S. Smith, MD and Michael J. Gardner, MD DESCRIPTION An optimal view on the fluoroscope screen simplifies the pro- cedure for the surgeon and improves the outcome for the pa- tient. Illustrated Tips and Tricks for Intraoperative Imaging in Fracture Surgery is a unique resource that expertly covers the use of intra-operative fluoroscopy in fracture surgery, bridg- ing the gap between strategic patient positioning and maximiz-

ing the efficiency of fluoroscopy. Using an easy-to-follow, reader-friendly format, it provides a real-world understanding of the intra-operative C-arm’s capabilities and limitations, considering factors such as the fracture type, the operating table, positioning adjuncts, patient body habitus, and the functional range of the fluoroscope. FEATURES ▶ ▶ Emphasizes pre-operative planning in order to achieve the ideal relationship between positioning the patient correctly and obtaining accurate imaging. ▶ ▶ Offers a concise review of the radiographic bony anatomy and what should be seen during fracture reduction and instrumentation. ▶ ▶ Follows the successful Tips and Tricks format, focusing on detailed descriptions of technical tips and tricks for intraoperative imaging in fracture surgery. ▶ ▶ Features a succinct bulleted text and hundreds of illustrations, clearing demonstrating what to do at every step of the procedure. ▶ ▶ Includes access to procedural videos online. ▶ ▶ Ideal for everyone on the OR team, including the surgeon, technicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff. Your book purchase includes a complimentary download of the enhanced eBook for iOS, Android, PC & Mac. Take advantage of these practical features that will improve your eBook experience: ▶ ▶ The ability to download the eBook on multiple devices at one time—providing a seamless reading experience online or offline ▶ ▶ Powerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links that allow you to search within this book, or across your entire library of VitalSource eBooks ▶ ▶ Multiple viewing options that enable you to scale images and text to any size without losing page clarity as well as responsive design ▶ ▶ The ability to highlight text and add notes with one click

Hardbound / ISBN: 978-1-4963-2896-0 / (US$129.99 / £100.00 / €110.00) Worldwide Approx. 328 pp. / 8.375 x 10.875 / December 2017

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