Pitfalls In Cervical Spine Surgery

Spinal surgery is a unique area in the process of continuous development. New skills are applied daily in this delicate field by the spinal surgeon: this professional can be either an orthopaedic surgeon or a neurosurgeon dedicated to the treatment of spinal diseases. This book offers a comprehensive approach and reviews all of the possible errors encountered by spinal surgeons in the clinical practice. It is mainly directed towards young surgeons approaching spinal surgery and also to experienced surgeons with regards to complications related to the latest technologies in the spinal field. This approach of treating and understanding problems in cervical spine surgery is unique and will guide the reader towards an improved level of attention regarding pitfalls in cervical spine surgery, therefore fostering the ability of preventing major complications and medicolegal consequences.

Revision spine surgery requires a unique skill set different from performing a primary operation. Understanding when a simple revision is sufficient, when a more complex approach is needed, or when a non-surgical option should be considered is critical to good patient care and outcomes. In this first book to focus exclusively on the complex topic o

Cervical Spine Surgery Challenges: Diagnosis and Management is a practical reference for surgeons treating patients with the full range of cervical spine disorders, including degenerative spine conditions, neoplasms, inflammatory conditions, infectious conditions, trauma, and deformities. Leading experts in the field of spine surgery present their clinical expertise, providing concise descriptions of the clinical presentation, history and examination, imaging, diagnosis, indications, preferred method of treatment, alternate treatment options, postoperative management, and complications.Highlights: Case-based format rapidly orients readers to key clinical information Comprehensive coverage of various approaches enables readers to select the best method of surgical intervention Descriptions of common complications and pitfalls provide important recommendations for avoiding errors and improving surgical outcomes Practical information on state-of-the-art techniques including minimally invasive surgery and motion-sparing technology 175 illustrations and images demonstrate important concepts This is a must-have reference for all orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, spine surgeons, residents, and fellows seeking the current best practices in cervical spine surgery.

This comprehensive, up-to-date textbook of modern cervical spine surgery describes the standard and advanced techniques recommended by the Cervical Spine Research Society – European Section (CSRS-E) with a view to enabling both young and experienced surgeons to further develop their skills and improve their surgical outcomes. Success in cervical spine surgery depends on the surgeon’s awareness of the main challenges posed by distinct cervical spine diseases, theoretical understanding of treatment concepts, and knowledge of technical options and the related potential for complications. It is the surgeon who has to merge theory and practice to achieve the desired outcome, in each case appraising the details of surgical anatomy and weighing the challenges and complications associated with a surgical technique against the skills that he or she possesses. This excellently illustrated book, written by key opinion makers from the CSRS-E with affiliated surgeons as co-authors, presents the full range of approaches and techniques and clearly identifies indications, precautions, and pitfalls. It will be a superb technical reference for all cervical spine surgeons, whether orthopaedic surgeons or neurosurgeons.

With an emphasis on set-up and execution and lessons learned from expert practitioners, this concise, practical guide for residents and fellows presents the essentials for both common and complex spine surgery. Proceeding anatomically from the cervical to the sacroiliac, and including chapters on spinal tumors, infection and revision surgery, nearly 40 different procedures are highlighted, from corpectomy, arthroplasty and laminectomy to percutaneous screws, decompression and fusion. Chapters include all the information a resident will need to know: indications and contraindications, imaging and diagnosis, OR set-up and instrumentation selection, the specific operative technique, post-operative protocols, and clinical pearls and pitfalls. Radiographs and full-color intraoperative photographs accompany each procedure. Whether suturing dura or performing a lateral interbody fusion, spinal surgery is a technical pursuit, and having a firm grasp of the details can ultimately determine the procedure's success. Written and edited by veterans in orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery, The Resident's Guide to Spine Surgery is just the detailed, user-friendly resource for up-and-coming clinicians looking to develop and expand their surgical expertise.

Leading North American surgeons provide a state-of-the-art look at the surgical treatment of disorders of the cervical spine in both children and adults. From a review of basic anatomy, approaches, and biomechanics through in-depth explanations of a complete range of techniques, these authorities present today's best operative solutions for both straight-forward and complex clinical challenges. Superb artwork demonstrates exactly how to proceed. Uses a consistent format to explore each surgical condition, addressing pathophysiology · clinical presentation · diagnostic evaluation · indications for surgery · operative treatment options · preferred methods of surgical management · and common errors and pitfalls. Covers degenerative, traumatic, neoplastic, and inflammatory disorders of the cervical spine in a single, in-depth source. Delivers over 450 precise illustrations-including dozens of meticulous line drawings as well as abundant radiographs and clinical photographs-that capture the key nuances of presentation and technique. Features detailed chapters on anterior and posterior instrumentation in the cervical spine, emphasizing state-of-the-art stabilization approaches. Consistently presents alternative techniques as well as the authors' preferred methods. Addresses difficult areas such as spinal cord trauma, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondilitis. With 27 additional contributing experts

Describes possible pitfalls and complications of treatments of spinal disorders in the preoperative, operative, and postoperative periods. Each concise chapter presents specific preoperative planning, surgical techniques, and surgical complications of a disorder. This consistent organization helps the reader access information quickly and reduces repetition.

Atlas of Cervical Spine Surgery features the expertise of three seasoned spine specialists who can help users minimize post-operative complications. Page after page, readers will find step-by-step illustrated guidance on standard techniques as well as today's most advanced cervical spine procedures used extensively by the authors with great success. It features detailed discussion of the hottest topics in the field, including anterior cervical plasty · transoral resection of the odontoid · posterior C1-C2 techniques · posterior lateral mass fixation · and others. Covers conventional techniques such as posterior wiring · laminectomy · and keyhole foraminotomies. Presents vital information on unusual circumstances physicians may encounter when treating both the posterior and anterior cervical spine. Features step-by-step descriptions of specific surgical procedures ranging from the transoral approach to posterior cervicothoracic fusion. Includes surgical pearls that make it easy to understand and perform each procedure. Discusses common pitfalls that help readers avoid complications and costly mistakes. Uses over 400 easy-to-follow illustrations that illuminate each procedure and display the appropriate instrument used for a given technique. Provides a consistent chapter organization that puts all the information readers need right at their fingertips! And so much more!