ISBN: 3132580341 9783132580343

Category: Medical / Orthopedics

Page count: 400

<p>This textbook accumulates the latest global knowledge on periprosthetic fractures, including all relevant anatomical regions, surgical pitfalls, complex cases, and a brand new comprehensive Unified Classification System, (UCS) on periprosthetic fractures, combining the original Vancouver classification with the AO/OTA Fracture and Dislocation Classification. Carefully selected case studies illustrate and describe individual solutions for often problematic fracture situations, providing comprehensive information from experts globally.</p><p>Orthopedic and trauma surgeons will be able to expand their knowledge regarding:</p><ul><li>Risk factors and assessment of periprosthetic fractures and the patient</li><li>A new Unified Classification System (UCS)</li><li>Options and choices of fracture fixations techniques as well as more complex revisions or reconstructive procedures</li><li>More than 350 pages containing superb illustrations and images.</li></ul><p>Hear the authors discuss Periprosthetic Fracture Management.</p><p></p>