A state-of-the-art, reader-friendly reference on hand arthroplasty
from renowned global experts Recent research suggests the lifetime
risk of hand arthritis may be greater than 40%. Concurrently,
advances in small joint arthroplasty have greatly improved
treatment and outcomes in patients with trauma, arthritis,
stiffness, and instability of joints in the hand and wrist.
Arthroplasty in Hand Surgery: FESSH Instructional Course Book 2020
provides in-depth coverage of the surgical reconstruction or
replacement of these joints. Edited by renowned hand surgeons
Stephan Schindele, Grey Giddins, and Philippe Bellemere, this
unique resource features contributions from an international who's
who of experts. Organized in five sections and 35 chapters, the
generously illustrated book encompasses a full spectrum of
state-of-the-art arthroscopy techniques. Section one starts with
discussions of the anatomy, biomechanics, and mode of action of the
finger and thumb joints and concludes with an intriguing history of
hand arthroplasty. Sections two through five cover the latest
arthroplasty procedures to treat impaired joints of the fingers
including proximal interphalangeal and distal interphalangeal,
thumb, wrist, and distal radioulnar, respectively. These chapters
include an introduction, indication and contraindication, author
pearls and results, published outcomes, postsurgical care, and a
wealth of photos. Key Features Insightful data from the Norwegian
Arthroplasty Register from 1994 to 2018, including procedural
statistics (e.g., demographics and survival rates), revision risk
factors, and more In-depth technical discussion of materials used
in arthroplasty, including inherent characteristics, strengths, and
weaknesses Consistent, reader-friendly section layout starts with a
systematic review, followed by succinct and uniformly organized
procedure-specific chapters This highly practical resource is ideal
for the classroom, symposiums, and review of procedural details
prior to performing hand surgery. As such, it is essential reading
for trainee and practicing orthopaedic surgeons and hand
specialists. This book includes complimentary access to a digital
copy on https://medone.thieme.com.
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