With coverage of every aspect of the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of fractures involving the tibial plateau, Tibial Plateau Fractures delivers authoritative, up-to-date guidance on these complex injuries in one convenient source. Focused, easy-to-read content is presented in a templated, bulleted format for quick reference, providing easy access to the knowledge and experience of editor Dr. John Riehl and expert contributing authors. Numerous high-quality x-rays, MRIs, and clinical photos guide you step by step through the care of patients with tibial plateau fractures.
Offers in-depth coverage of everything from evaluation, temporizing care, and complex decision-making involving implants and soft-tissue reconstruction to new and emerging technologies in this rapidly evolving field.
Provides complete, well-illustrated operative coverage.
Includes case examples and authors’ tips and clinical pearls at the end of every chapter.
Brings you up to speed with current treatment of associated soft tissue injuries and newer fixation options as well as open reduction techniques and arthroplasty.
1. Cover image - p. Cover 2. Title page - p. ii 3. Table of Contents - p. iii 4. Copyright - p. iii 5. List of Contributors - p. iii 6. Preface - p. iii 7. List of Illustrations - p. iii 8. List of Tables - p. iii 9. Chapter 1: Anatomy and Surgical Approaches - p. iii 10. Chapter 2: Mechanism, Evaluation, and Temporary Fixation - p. g27 11. Chapter 3: Nonoperative Treatment of Tibial Plateau Fractures - p. g43 12. Chapter 4: External Fixators for the Treatment of Proximal Tibia Fractures: Ringed and Standard - p. g56 13. Chapter 5: Internal Fixation - p. g79 14. Chapter 6: Treatment of Associated Soft-Tissue Injuries - p. g119 15. Chapter 7: Postoperative Care/Rehabilitation - p. g132 16. Chapter 8: Complications - p. g142 17. Chapter 9: Posttraumatic Reconstruction - p. g155 18. Index - p. g172
With coverage of every aspect of the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of fractures involving the tibial plateau, Tibial Plateau Fractures delivers authoritative, up-to-date guidance on these complex injuries in one convenient source. Focused, easy-to-read content is presented in a templated, bulleted format for quick reference, providing easy access to the knowledge and experience of editor Dr. John Riehl and expert contributing authors. Numerous high-quality x-rays, MRIs, and clinical photos guide you step by step through the care of patients with tibial plateau fractures.
Offers in-depth coverage of everything from evaluation, temporizing care, and complex decision-making involving implants and soft-tissue reconstruction to new and emerging technologies in this rapidly evolving field.
Provides complete, well-illustrated operative coverage.
Includes case examples and authors’ tips and clinical pearls at the end of every chapter.
Brings you up to speed with current treatment of associated soft tissue injuries and newer fixation options as well as open reduction techniques and arthroplasty.
1. Cover image - p. Cover 2. Title page - p. ii 3. Table of Contents - p. iii 4. Copyright - p. iii 5. List of Contributors - p. iii 6. Preface - p. iii 7. List of Illustrations - p. iii 8. List of Tables - p. iii 9. Chapter 1: Anatomy and Surgical Approaches - p. iii 10. Chapter 2: Mechanism, Evaluation, and Temporary Fixation - p. g27 11. Chapter 3: Nonoperative Treatment of Tibial Plateau Fractures - p. g43 12. Chapter 4: External Fixators for the Treatment of Proximal Tibia Fractures: Ringed and Standard - p. g56 13. Chapter 5: Internal Fixation - p. g79 14. Chapter 6: Treatment of Associated Soft-Tissue Injuries - p. g119 15. Chapter 7: Postoperative Care/Rehabilitation - p. g132 16. Chapter 8: Complications - p. g142 17. Chapter 9: Posttraumatic Reconstruction - p. g155 18. Index - p. g172
