| Description |
xi, 459 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Pt. I. Background knowledge -- 1. Introduction -- 2. History and clinical examination -- 3. Orthopaedic anatomy -- 4. Basic science in orthopaedics -- 5. Investigations -- 6. Methods of treatment -- Pt. 2. Trauma -- 7. The principles of managing trauma -- 8. Immediate care and major incidents -- 9. Methods of managing trauma -- 10. Injuries to the face, head and spine -- 11. Injuries to the trunk -- 12. Injuries to the upper limb -- 13. Hand injuries -- 14. Injuries to the lower limb -- 15. Sports injuries -- Pt. 3. Orthopaedics -- 16. Osteoarthritis -- 17. Rheumatoid arthritis and other arthropathies -- 18. Bone and joint infections -- 19. Metabolic disease, dysplasias, osteochondritis and neurological disorders -- 20. Granulomatous disorders and tumours -- 21. Deformities in children -- 22. Disorders of the shoulder and elbow -- 23. Disorders of the wrist and hand -- 24. Disorders of the hip and knee -- 25. Disorders of the ankle and foot -- 26. Disorders of the spine |
| Summary |
"Essential Orthopaedics and Trauma presents the essential core of information required by students and emphasises common conditions and current orthopaedic practice. Revised and updated for this edition, it combines lucid and readable text with clear line diagrams and a superb collection of radiographs and clinical photos." "A standard text for medical students, it is also of great value to postgraduate orthopaedic trainees, orthopaedic nurses and physiotherapists."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
Includes index |
| Subject |
Orthopedics.
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Wounds and injuries -- Surgery.
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Orthopedic Procedures.
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Wounds and Injuries -- surgery.
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| Author |
Edwards, Dennis J.
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| LC no. |
2002031479 |
| ISBN |
0443072132 |
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0443072140 |
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0443072140 International edition |
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0443072132 paperback |
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