Alexander R. Vaccaro Livres

A best evidence approach to key topics in spine surgery Drawing on the expertise of world-renowned orthopedic and neurological spine surgeons, Controversies in Spine Best Evidence Recommendations compiles, summarizes, and synthesizes the most relevant scientific literature available in the field today. Each succinct, problem-oriented chapter addresses a different controversial issue where there is a lack of consensus about the best possible course of action. The authors provide guidance and objective recommendations for each scenario based on the most relevant data found in the literature to give surgeons the background they need to make fully informed treatment decisions. This cutting-edge clinical reference will help every resident, fellow, and spine surgeon in orthopaedic surgery and neurosurgery streamline their medical decision making process and improve their patient care.

The book serves as a comprehensive reference for individualized assessments of spinal injuries, detailing immobilization techniques and both nonoperative and operative treatment indications. It covers operative fixation strategies and prognoses, making it an essential resource for a wide range of medical professionals, including orthopedic and trauma surgeons, neurosurgeons, and emergency medicine physicians, as well as residents and nursing students. With over 1900 references, it provides in-depth knowledge crucial for understanding spinal fracture management.

A complete, two volume, evidence-based study edited by an internationally- recognised team of spine surgeons based in the USA, China, Canada, Germany, Japan, Brazil, Egypt and India. It is divided into 135 chapters, across fifteen sections. The book is enhanced by 1,500 colour images.

Comprehensive guide to management of complex spine cases. Presented as case studies based on experiences and knowledge of authors. US-based editor team including renowned Alexander R Vaccaro.

Presents evidence-based spine trauma management in a concise, user-friendly format Representing the collective efforts of a multinational, multidisciplinary panel of spine and spinal cord trauma masters, this beautifully illustrated evidence-based textbook does more than provide multiple treatment options -- it offers unique access to insights from recognized spine experts and a thoughtful yet practical review of the most relevant literature and clinical evidence available in the field today. Each chapter centers on pertinent questions and objective reviews of state-of-the-art procedures that guide readers from an evaluation of the evidence through practical recommendations they can easily apply to their own practices. Spine and Spinal Cord Evidence-Based Management is an invaluable reference for orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, residents and fellows in those specialties, and allied health professionals who care for spine injury patients.

This best-selling book returns in a second edition covering the major procedures in spine surgery and the latest technical innovations in the field. New sections of the book cover minimally invasive exposure methods, motion-sparing techniques, and the latest fixation techniques.