Pocket Atlas of Spine Surgery

Description:

Pocket Atlas of Spine Surgery, 2nd Edition by Kern Singh and Alexander Vaccaro is unique in its presentation, utilizing multilayered visuals to delineate the most commonly performed spine procedures. High-definition intraoperative photographs are juxtaposed with translucent anatomic drawings. This facilitates visualization of both the entire surgical field and complex anatomy never "seen" during surgery. It also provides greater insights into the subtleties of both open and technically demanding minimally invasive spine surgery techniques.

Unlike many large spine surgery atlases, this is the perfect, on-the-go, pocket-size resource for busy spine surgeons who work in any clinical setting. From the cervical to lumbar spine, 21 concise chapters reflect the collective technical expertise of internationally renowned spine surgeons. Easy-to-follow guidance is provided on fundamental open and minimally invasive techniques, including pedicle screw placement, fusion, discectomy, corpectomy, foraminotomy, laminoplasty, and laminectomy. Each procedural chapter focuses on the importance of accurate visualization, adequate homeostasis, and impacted anatomical structures.

Insightful tips, pearls, and potential pitfalls throughout the book expedite acquisition of knowledge

Nearly 200 detailed, clearly labeled images of common spine procedures provide invaluable anatomical and clinical guidance

Expanded insights on positioning in spine surgery

Added discussion of surgical challenges, including warnings and descriptions of internervous planes

Orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and surgical trainees will discover an indispensable and friendly white coat reference for everyday practice. The visually rich atlas will also benefit physician assistants, surgical nurses, and all practitioners involved in the operative care of spine surgery patients.

Table of Contents:

1 Anterior Cervical Diskectomy and Fusion

2 Anterior Cervical Corpectomy And Fusion

3 Open Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy

4 Minimally Invasive Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy

5 Posterior Laminoplasty with Instrumentation

6 Posterior Laminectomy and Fusion

7 Occipitocervical Fusion

8 Thoracic Pedicle Screw Placement

9 Minimally Invasive Thoracic Corpectomy

10 Percutaneous Vertebral Cement Augmentation

11 Open Laminectomy And Diskectomy

12 Open Posterolateral Lumbar Fusion

13 Minimally Invasive Lumbar Exposure

14 Minimally Invasive Laminectomy

15 Minimally Invasive Far Lateral Diskectomy

16 Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

17 Mini-Open Pedicle Screw Placement

18 Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Placement

19 Extreme (eXtreme) Lateral Interbody Fusion

20 Minimally Invasive Lumbar Corpectomy

21 Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion