By

Alexander R. Vaccaro, MD, PhD, Professor, Departments of Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery, The Rothman Institute at Jefferson, Division of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Michael G. Fehlings, MD, PhD, FRCSC, Professor, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Division of Neurosurgery, Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto, Canada
Marcel F. Dvorak, MD, FRCSC, Professor, Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia, Head, Spine Program, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, Canada

Presents evidence-based spine trauma management in a concise, user-friendly format

Representing the collective efforts of a multinational, multidisciplinary panel of spine and spinal cord trauma masters, this beautifully illustrated evidence-based textbook does more than provide multiple treatment options — it offers unique access to insights from recognized spine experts and a thoughtful yet practical review of the most relevant literature and clinical evidence available in the field today. Each chapter centers on pertinent questions and objective reviews of state-of-the-art procedures that guide readers from an evaluation of the evidence through practical recommendations they can easily apply to their own practices.

Features:

Succinct outline format — easy to read and reference
138 detailed evidentiary tables appear throughout the text
An innovative new classification system for spine trauma developed by The Spine Trauma Study Group, composed of 50 internationally recognized spine experts
High-quality radiographs and full-color drawings and photographs complement the text
Practical recommendations for the treatment of many common spinal injuries, including odontoid fractures, central cord injuries, and thoraco-lumbar flexion distraction injuries –in-depth information on everything from intensive care to rehabilitation
An accompanying DVD contains 15 narrated videos — over one hour of footage — of actual procedures by the authors

Spine and Spinal Cord Trauma: Evidence-Based Management is an invaluable reference for orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, residents and fellows in those specialties, and allied health professionals who care for spine injury patients.