In the last two decades spine instrumentation and surgery have undergone many improvements.
The second edition benefits from contributions by renowned orthopaedic surgeons and
neurosurgeons who helped create and refine the systems described in the book and devoted their
careers to educating next generations of spine surgeons. Advancements in instrumentation -
plates cages rods screws disc replacements spacers and fusion devices - have led to
improved outcomes for patients. The spinal device field has grown exponentially and surgeons
are faced with an increasingly diverse choice of instrumentation options. While the first
edition categorized available systems the new edition is focused on helping clinicians avoid
complications and quickly recognize and manage complications when they do occur. Key Features -
A concise yet comprehensive reference that educates clinicians on the causes recognition and
avoidance of instrumentation complications - Organized by anatomical region and condition the
visualization of relevant anatomical landmarks is discussed in context with safe use of spinal
instrumentation - Now four-color with more than 230 new and original illustrations -
Easy-to-digest text helps translate classroom knowledge into clinical application This
up-to-date book will help orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons learn how to utilize spinal
devices more efficaciously and safely. The text is also an excellent reference for radiologists
spine fellows and residents and physician extenders who are interested in attaining knowledge
and experience in spinal instrumentation.
