This fifth volume in the AOSpine Masters Series presents a detailed analysis of the essential
aspects of managing the most common cervical spine injuries. World-renowned cervical spine
experts discuss anatomy biomechanics patient evaluation and critical steps in the
decision-making process for the treatment of these complex injuries. Chapters include: Anatomy
of the Cervical Spine Nonoperative Management of Cervical Spine Trauma and Subaxial Cervical
Spine Injuries. Key Features: Each chapter provides historic literature as well as a
synthesized analysis of current literature and proposes an evidence-based treatment plan
Editors are international authorities on the management of cervical spine injuries Expert tips
and pearls included in every chapter The AOSpine Masters Series a copublication of Thieme and
AOSpine a Clinical Division of the AO Foundation addresses current clinical issues whereby
international masters of spine share their expertise and recommendations on a particular topic.
The goal of the series is to contribute to an evolving dynamic model of an evidence-based
medicine approach to spine care. All spine surgeons orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons
along with residents and fellows in these areas will find this book to be an excellent
reference that they will consult often in their treatment of patients with cervical spine
injuries.
