Textbook of Arthroscopy, Volume 355

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Saunders, 2004 - Medical - 862 pages
More than 100 experts provide a comprehensive, well-designed single reference focused on all aspects of arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, and spine. They explore diagnostic and therapeutic arthroscopy for each specific site followed by surgical techniques presented in a step-by-step fashion. Remarkably thorough and user-friendly, over 2,000 illustrations (930 in full color), demonstrate nuances of technique. A bonus CD-ROM/DVD bound into the book features video clips of many of the individual procedures.
  • Covers major topics including - diagnostic and operative arthroscopy with step-by-step surgical technique - management of lesions including SLAP and PCL injuries - the latest information on hip arthroscopy and knot typing.
  • Presents the latest techniques from over 100 expert contributors, representing the leading arthroscoptists in the field.
  • Includes a CD-Rom/DVD with video clips of illustrations of the latest techniques in arthroscopic surgery.
  • Features over 2,000 illustrations, including more than 925 in full color.
  • Emphasis on each joint, discussing crucial aspects of arthroscopic technique and normal arhtroscopic anatomy.

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Contents

The History of Arthroscopy
3
PART
6
Implants
13
Copyright

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About the author (2004)

Dr. Brian Cole is a Professor in the Department of Orthopedics with a conjoint appointment in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. He is the Section Head of the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center at Rush specializing in the treatment of arthritis in young active patients with a focus on regenerative medicine and biologic alternatives to surgery. He also serves as the head of the Orthopedic Master's Training Program and trains residents and fellows in sports medicine and research. He lectures nationally and internationally and holds several leadership positions in prominent sports medicine societies. Through his basic science and clinical research, he has developed several innovative techniques for the treatment of shoulder, elbow and knee conditions. He has published more than 1,000 articles and 10 widely read textbooks in orthopedics and regenerative medicine. Dr. Cole is frequently chosen as one of the "Best Doctors in America" since 2004. In 2006, he was featured on the cover of Chicago Magazine as "Chicago's Top Doctor" and was selected as NBA Team Physician of the Year in 2009. Orthopedics This Week has named Dr. Cole as one of the top 20 sports medicine, knee and shoulder specialists repeatedly over the last 5 years as selected by his peers. He is the head team physician for the Chicago Bulls NBA team, co-team physician for the Chicago White Sox MLB team and DePaul University in Chicago.

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