Essentials of Hand Surgery provides a practical manual on the diagnosis and management of hand disorders. The first section covers the basic principles, including anatomy and examination and investigation techniques. The major part of the book is divided between emergency surgery following trauma and those disorders that can be managed by elective surgery. Throughout the emphasis is on providing clear, well-illustrated guidance on the evaluation, diagnosis and management, with discussion of the surgical skills and techniques required for an optimum outcome. A practical guide to the management of hand disorders for trainee hand surgeons, orthopaedic surgeons and plastic surgeons Covers the key procedures for both emergency and elective surgeries Concise text enhanced by a lavish collection of over 400 photographs and 200 artworks in full colour

Essentials of Hand Surgery is a complete, authoritative, practical guide to the evaluation and treatment of hand problems, prepared by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. This convenient, portable manual provides all the essential information that surgeons and physicians need, including details on hand anatomy, thorough instructions for physical examination of the hand, and step-by-step guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of all disorders and injuries. Also included are chapters on emergency room assessment, operating room setup, and postoperative care. The text is written in an easy-to-follow style and illustrated with 172 drawings, photographs, and radiographs. A Brandon-Hill recommended title.

The 4th edition of the globally bestselling Chirurgie de la Main is made available to the English-speaking population for the first time in Emergency Surgery of the Hand. The text synthesizes the most current knowledge in hand surgery, emergency, and surgical principles for today's surgeons and fellows. Edited by internationally recognized experts Michel Merle and Gilles Dautel, Emergency Surgery of the Hand includes an abundance of illustrations, photographs, and step-by-step descriptions to ensure the best possible outcomes for each unique patient scenario. - Provides coverage of today's hot topics in hand surgery, including free tissue transfer and pedicle flaps, as well as emergency care of infections. - Prioritizes surgical techniques that allow rapid return to work. - Covers the latest information on surgical principles, relevant anatomy and physiology, surgical techniques, outcomes and rehabilitation. - Step-by-step descriptions of surgical procedures are enhanced by crisp, clear surgical photographs and illustrations.

Principles of Hand Surgery and Therapy-by Thomas E. Trumble, MD-is a single-volume, highly illustrated working manual that encompasses all of today's essential knowledge on hand surgery and therapy, including the elbow. Combining state-of-the-art coverage of basic science with step-by-step techniques-such as Carpal fractures, Vascularized bone grafts for scaphoids, Elbow reconstruction with MCL repair, Wrist ligament reconstructions, and Adam's tendon weave hand and wrist anatomy-in print and on video on the bound in DVD, this resource offers detailed guidance for surgeons. The addition of therapeutic protocols where necessary makes it easy to prescribe the most effective long-term follow up and care for all your patients. Covers all the required knowledge for a hand surgery curriculum to provide you with all the basics you need. Includes therapeutic content to help you better understand long-term follow up. Incorporates simple, true-to-life drawings done in an anatomy lab under Dr. Trumble's guidance to help you learn the visual nuances. Features new chapters on the elbow to reflect the most recent changes in practice. Explains techniques in more detail to help you better hone your skills. Provides all-new intraoperative photographs that take advantage of the most recent technology for clear, instructive visual guidance. Bridges the gap in knowledge between trainee and experienced surgeon on complete patient follow-up with a list of Key Surgical Videos summarized at-a-glance in the opening of every appropriate chapter. Includes a bonus DVD with videos of step-by-step procedures so you can see them performed in real time.

Published in conjunction with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), the ASSH Manual of Hand Surgery is a practical, comprehensive manual on the diagnosis and management of hand problems. Each chapter begins with a section on the anatomy of the region in question. Information is presented in easy-to-scan bullet points, with numerous lists and algorithms. Each chapter ends with board-type questions and answers, annotated references, and a list of what junior and senior level residents need to know.

Completely updated and expanded, this popular volumeis a practical reference on the evaluation, diagnosis, and the medical and surgical management of disorders and diseases of the hand. Will appeal to hand surgeons, hand therapists, orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, and all other health professionals looking for one good clinical book on the hand. Commonly encountered problems/questions are addressed in the very popular question-and-answer format of The Secrets Series(R). Contributors are renowned experts in the field.

Essentials of Plastic Surgery: Q&A Companion is the companion to Essentials of Plastic Surgery, Second Edition, which covers a wide variety of topics in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. As such, it is designed to test your knowledge of the source book, which may be helpful in the clinical setting and beyond. It presents both multiple choice questions and extended matching questions in single best answer format. The 1200 questions are carefully constructed to be practical and thorough, and are accompanied by detailed answers that help enhance understanding of both the right and wrong answers. Compact enough to fit in a lab coat pocket, its design and organization allow for quick and easy reading. The print book is accompanied by a complimentary eBook that can be accessed on smartphones and tablets. It is the go-to resource for all students of plastic surgery, whether residents in training or experienced practitioners.

For strong and effective surgical decisions While new techniques and instruments are constantly being developed, the fundamental concepts and principles of hand surgery remain the basic components of every surgeon's knowledge. This book provides the vital information needed to perform all types of hand surgery, including a guiding philosophy and systematic approach that reduce even the most difficult problems to manageable solutions. Written by world-renowned hand surgeon Robert W. Beasley, this book shares his 40 years of clinical experience and vast knowledge to help you make strong and effective surgical decisions. The text is augmented by nearly 1,400 exquisite, high-quality illustrations that explain important points and give meaning to theoretical concepts. The clinical photographs depict the entire process from the initial problem through the post-surgical results, and the anatomical drawings were created by award-winning artist and illustrator Leon Dorn especially for this book.

This concise third edition offers hands-on guidance for identifying and treating the most commonly seen orthopedic problems in children and adults. Convenient as a study source for medical students, its many photographs and illustrations will also serve as a useful clinical reference for young surgeons, residents, nurses, and physician assistants. Each of the many topics is covered in depth and is designed to educate medical students and steer them towards formulating excellent diagnoses and treatment plans. As a further aid, multiple-choice questions are included at the end of each chapter, and there is a section devoted to case studies.

A comprehensive how-to guide on hand surgery techniques from top experts! Hand surgery requires precision, in-depth expertise, and versatility in order to perform a wide variety of operations on fractures, tendon and nerve conditions, soft tissue injuries, rheumatoid deformities, and congenital defects. Hand Surgery: Tricks of the Trade by renowned Rothman Orthopaedic Institute hand surgeon Pedro Beredjiklian and an impressive group of contributors provides a clear road map on how to perform common hand surgery procedures. Concise step-by-step text enables readers to quickly read, review, and understand the most salient points for each approach. Organized into 14 major sections and 88 chapters, this book encompasses the full spectrum of orthopaedic surgery procedures on the tendons, nerves, bones, and joints of the hand. The text starts with two sections focused on tendon repair and reconstruction. Subsequent sections detail open and endoscopic release and decompression techniques for nerve conditions, fixation and plating of hand and wrist fractures, osteotomy for bone reconstruction, arthroplasty for arthritis, and ligament repair for instability. The last four sections discuss plastic surgery topics including the use of diverse skin grafts and flaps, Dupuytren's disease, arthroscopy, and infections. Key Features Consistent chapter layouts include key principles, indications, contraindications, positioning and anesthesia, important procedural steps, potential complications, and more. Nearly 1,000 illustrations and photographs provide greater understanding of impacted anatomy. Insightful intraoperative pearls, tips, and tricks provide surgeons with the tools to perform surgeries more effectively and thereby improve patient outcomes. This is a must-have resource for orthopaedic surgery residents, fellows, and hand surgeons. Trainee and experienced plastic surgeons will also benefit from reading this textbook.