Spinal Deformities: The Essentials, Second Edition presents a detailed overview of current key
principles and practices involved in the diagnosis and treatment of patients
with spinal deformities. Each chapter of this introductory text begins with "The
Essentials," a bulleted list that summarizes the most important concepts
presented, providing busy surgeons, residents, and fellows with a quick
refresher before surgery.
Key Features of the second
edition:
- Seven new chapters: Measuring Value in Spinal Deformity Care;
Intraoperative Neuromonitoring in Spinal Deformity Surgery; Anatomy with an
Emphasis on Alignment; The Importance of the Sacrum and Pelvis in Deformity
Evaluation and Treatment; Early Onset Scoliosis; Lateral Interbody Fusion
Approaches in Spinal Deformity; and Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) for Adult
Deformities - All chapters cover classification, patient evaluation,
radiographic assessment, indication, treatment options, and
complications - Straightforward explanations of the basic as well as the
latest advanced modalities and surgical strategies
Written by leading experts
in spine surgery, this text will be an invaluable reference for all orthopedic
surgeons, neurosurgeons, residents, and fellows involved in the care of patients
with spinal deformities.
