Acetabular Fractures (eBook)

<p>Enclosed within the deep and complex structures of the hip joint and the surroundings, acetabular fractures confront the orthopaedic surgeon with great challenges. A number of critical neurovascular structures in the vicinity are imperiled; the hip joint itself requires utmost care in surgery to preserve biomechanical stability over the long term and to postpone the development of posttraumatic osteoarthritis in the young to middle-aged patient collective.</p><p>It is the goal of this work to provide the surgeon with strategic tools to diagnose and evaluate the types of acetabular fractures to arrive at the optimal individual indication, thus taking a fracture-anatomy-guided approach to reduction and fixation.</p><p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p><ul><li>Eminently practical approach using more than 400 brilliant photographs, radiologic images, and drawings</li><li>An emphasis on anatomical joint reconstruction to ensure the longest possible survival of the joint</li><li>Discussion on age-specific problems and complications, such as osteoporosis, thromboembolism, and more</li></ul><p><em>Acetabular Fractures</em> will be welcomed by orthopaedic and trauma surgeons, as well as by residents and fellows, in these fields.</p>