Chapter 107 Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion Introduction Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) first described in 1982 Enables fusion of spinal segment anteriorly and posteriorly through single posterior procedure; eliminates morbidity,…
Chapter 81 Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Calcaneal Fractures Patient Selection Indications Calcaneus fractures occur from high-energy trauma; result in complex three-dimensional patterns Position of foot at impact, extent…
Chapter 92 Surgical Treatment of Navicular Stress Fractures Patient Selection Most common in patients who participate in high-impact or explosive athletics (sprinting, jumping) or long-distance running Frequently missed; suspect if…
Chapter 5 Anatomic Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction Patient Selection TABLE 1 Rockwood Classification of Acromioclavicular Joint Injuries Type AC Ligaments CC Ligaments Delto-pectoral Fascia Radio-graphic CC Distance Increase Radio-graphic AC Appearance…
Chapter 93 Arthrodesis of the Hallux Metatarsophalangeal Joint Patient Selection Indications Hallux rigidus Hallux valgus with arthritis Failed surgery of hallux Neuromuscular conditions Inflammatory disease Arthritis First metatarsophalangeal joint subluxation,…
Chapter 34 Open Treatment of Radial Head Fractures and Olecranon Fractures Radial Head Fractures Patient Selection Figure 1Illustration depicts the Mason classification of radial head fractures. Mason classification (Figure 1)…
Chapter 31 Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis Patient Selection Successful outcome depends on proper patient selection, preoperative planning, surgical technique, and postoperative rehabilitation Most common etiologies are primary and secondary…
Chapter 45 Surgical Fixation of Metacarpal Fractures Patient Selection Figure 1Oblique radiograph of the hand demonstrates a metacarpal neck fracture of the small finger (boxer’s fracture). These fractures typically are…
Chapter 114 Fixation of Pediatric Femur Fractures Patient Selection Surgical stabilization is treatment of choice for children older than 5 years Faster return to school Lower overall costs than casting…
Chapter 20 Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Introduction Figure 1Illustrations show the most commonly used techniques for pediatric anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. A, Intra-articular physeal-sparing technique. B, Partial transphyseal technique,…
