EAN: 9783131374714

SPINAL TRAUMA - VICTOR N CASSAR-PULLICINO HERWI...

The diagnosis of trauma to the spine -- where the slightest oversight may have catastrophic
results -- requires a thorough grasp of the spectrum of resultant pathology as well as the
imaging modalities used in making an accurate diagnosis. In Spinal Trauma  the internationally
renowned team of experts provides a comprehensive  cutting-edge exposition of the current vital
role of imaging in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries to the axial skeleton. Beginning
with a valuable clinical perspective of spinal trauma  the book offers the reader a unique
overview of the biomechanics underlying the beautifully illustrated pathology of cervical
trauma. Acute trauma topics include: Optimization of imaging modalities Malalignment -- signs
and significance Vertebral fractures -- detection and implications Classification of
thoraco-lumbar fractures -- rationale and relevance Neurovascular injury Distilling decades of
clinical and teaching expertise  the contributors further discuss the current role of imaging
in special focus topics  which include: The pediatric spine Sports injuries The rigid spine
Trauma in the elderly Vertebral collapse  benign and malignant Spinal trauma therapy Vertebral
fractures and osteoporosis Neuropathic spine All throughout the book  the focus is on
understanding the injury  and its implications and complications  through an imaging approach.
Complete with hundreds of superb MR images and CT scans  and clear full-color drawings  the
authors conclude with a look into the future  defining clinical trends and research directions.
Spinal Trauma -- with its broad scope  practical imaging approach  and current focus -- is
designed to enhance confidence and accuracy  making it essential reading for clinicians and
radiologists at all levels.

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