Orthopedics A Postgraduate Companion

This 1350 page book is a comprehensive guide to orthopaedics, for postgraduate students. The first section begins with an introduction to the subject, discussing different disorders (genetic, metabolic, endocrine, blood, degenerative and inflammatory) that may occur in bones. The following sections deal with general surgery and regional orthopaedics, examining both the upper and lower extremity. Both traditional and newer methods of diagnosis and treatment are discussed. The final section describes recent advances including stem cells, lasers, HIV, tumour markers and PET scan. Key points: 1350pp comprehensive guide to complete field of orthopaedics for postgraduates Discusses traditional and newer methods for diagnosis and treatment in all regions of the body Includes more than 3500 full colour illustrations, clinical photographs and line diagrams

The must-have book for candidates preparing for the oral component of the FRCS (Tr and Orth).

Over 1,000 single best answer questions prepare candidates for success in their FRCS (Tr&Orth) exam with detailed evidence-based explanations.

This book is a practical revision aid for postgraduate orthopaedic trainees preparing for examinations. Based on 12 years’ previous examinations, this second edition has been fully revised and updated in line with current curricula. Presented in a simple question and answer format, the text is divided into six sections based on different aspects of the specialty – general topics, general orthopaedics, trauma, regional orthopaedics, neoplasia, and miscellaneous topics and recent advances. Questions on bone and joint disorders and paediatric orthopaedics are also included. Figures and flowcharts help explain anatomy and algorithms and approaches to treatment methods. Also included with this edition, is online access to video lectures, notes and self assessment. The previous edition (9789389587098) published in 2019.

The second edition of this textbook has been fully updated to provide trainees with a revision guide to assist with preparation for practical examinations in orthopaedics. Divided into 43 sections, and beginning with an overview of normal and abnormal gait, each chapter discusses the diagnosis and management of a specific disorder in ‘frequently asked questions’ (FAQs) format, covering all extremities of the musculoskeletal system. Topics include bone infection osteomyelitis, clubfoot, diseases of the elbow, hip replacement, knee arthroplasty, poliomyelitis, Illizarov technique, and much more. The final chapters cover diagnostic radiology techniques including computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear medicine, and a comprehensive list of orthopaedic classifications. Key points Revision textbook in FAQs format to assist trainees with preparation for practical examinations in orthopaedics Fully revised second edition providing the latest developments and updates in the field Covers diagnosis and management of numerous disorders in all musculoskeletal extremities Previous edition (9788180616822) published in 2006

Extensively revised, updated and expanded, this new edition is the definitive guide to the FRCS (Tr and Orth) exam; essential reading for candidates.