Controversies in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Lower Limb

Rodríguez-Merchán, E. Carlos; Liddle, Alexander D.

This book presents the state of the art in controversies in orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb, i.e. of the hip, knee, and ankle, a treatment option that is becoming more and more frequent. Written by experts from leading institutions, it clarifies these controversies on the basis of real-world examples to provide readers with reliable insights.

Each of the 3 sections discusses the most relevant controversies related to the joint specificities of hip, knee, and ankle – ranging from cemented vs. uncemented THR, through ACL reconstruction vs. repair, to the diverse treatment options for Achilles tendon rupture.

This comprehensive guide is a valuable resource for all orthopaedic surgeons involved in the care of lower limb problems.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2021-11-21

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783030806941

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-80695-8

Dimensions: 254cm x178cm

Pages: 195