Management of Thoracolumbar Fractures

In the 'rapid response' world of orthopaedic trauma care, your ability to recognize and manage thoracolumbar fractures properly is critical. Should you operate at all? What levels should you fuse? When is decompression necessary? Is a posterior or an anterior approach more appropriate? Management of Thoracolumbar Fractures summarizes recent developments in this evolving area of spine surgery to help you understand the mechanisms of these injuries and proceed with appropriate care. Provides a strong foundation to help you quickly evaluate and treat these fractures, including anatomy and imaging guidelines. You'll review both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options and the best approaches to use for gunshot wounds, osteoporotic compression fractures, and more!Reitman, C. is the author of 'Management of Thoracolumbar Fractures', published 2004 under ISBN 9780892033225 and ISBN 0892033223.