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The
newest advances in amputations and prosthetics
Douglas
G. Smith, MD; John W. Michael, Med, CPO; John H. Bowker, MD, Editors
Area of Focus: General Orthopaedics
The third edition of the Atlas of Amputations and
Limb Deficiencies continues its legacy as the definitive and comprehensive
reference on the surgical and prosthetic management of acquired
and congenital limb loss. Written by recognized experts in the fields
of amputation surgery, rehabilitation and prosthetics, this expanded
and updated third edition supports you and your treatment team in
selecting the best approach to caring for your patients.
- Hundreds of new illustrations and images reflect
the numerous advances in surgical and prosthetic techniques over
the past decade
- Indications for prostheses and rehabilitation approaches
for each level are described in detail to help you make treatment
decisions
- Pediatric issues have been completely revised to
reflect the integrated team approach to treating young amputees
- Supports your difficult decisions on amputation
versus limb salvage including: treatment, management and rehabilitation
for all levels of limb loss
First and second editions of this text were published
by Mosby-Year Book under the title "Atlas of Limb Prosthetics".
Published by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Promotional copy courtesy of the AAOS.) |
