The Achilles Tendon, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017 An Atlas of Surgical Procedures
Langue : Anglais
This book, written by leading experts in the field, is a comprehensive guide to the best available techniques in Achilles tendon surgery. Each surgical procedure is described step by step, covering all of the approaches employed for the most common and important Achilles tendon pathologies. The clear descriptions are complemented by superb drawings prepared by a medical artist on the basis of photographs supplied by the authors. Pearls and possible pitfalls are identified to ensure optimal outcomes for patients. The book is the outcome of a collaboration among international Achilles tendon experts ? the Achilles Tendon Study Group ? that has already resulted in four other books on current concepts relating to the Achilles tendon. Like these previous volumes, The Achilles Tendon ? An Atlas of Surgical Procedures is based on the highest level of evidence and expertise. It will be invaluable for orthopaedic surgeons, trauma surgeons, and residents, assisting them in their daily clinical work.
Acute ruptures.- Mid portion.- Insertional.- Delayed reconstruction.- Achilles tendon lengthening.- Achilles tendon shortening.
Hajo Thermann, MD, PhD, is a specialist in knee and foot surgery and trauma surgery and Medical Director of the ATOS Clinic in Heidelberg, Germany. He is also a Professor at Hannover Medical School, where he has lectured since 1993, and Visiting Professor at the 3rd Military University, Chongqing, China. Prof. Thermann is a longstanding member of the management boards of both the European Society of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the European Foot and Ankle Society. He is an international member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and has been a member of the society’s “Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle” Workgroup since 1995. He is a member of the editorial boards of the European Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Foot and Ankle International.
Nicola Maffulli, MD, PhD, is Full Professor of Physical and Rehabilitative Medicine and Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at the University of Salerno School of Medicine and Surgery, Salerno,Italy. He is also Honorary Professor of Sports and Exercise Medicine and Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at Queen Mary University of London Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, London, UK. Prof. Maffulli was the first non-British professor to be awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Orthopaedics. In 2012 he was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and he is an Honorary Fellow of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He was Lead of Foot and Ankle Surgery Services at the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics Games.
Jon Karlsson, MD, PhD, has been Academic Head at the Orthopaedic Department, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden, since 2001, prior to which he was Clinical Head of the Orthopaedic Department of Sahlgrenska University Hospital. He was appointed Professor of Orthopaedics and Sports Traumatology in 1998. Prof. Karlsson served as President of the Swedish Associa
Provides step-by-step descriptions of the approaches employed for the most common Achilles tendon pathologies Includes a wealth of superb drawings Identifies pearls and potential pitfalls Written by international Achilles tendon experts Based on the highest level of evidence
Date de parution : 07-2018
Ouvrage de 150 p.
17.8x25.4 cm
Date de parution : 05-2017
Ouvrage de 150 p.
17.8x25.4 cm
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