2.1 Fracture issues
10.1055/b-0034-85577 2.1 Fracture issues Basic principles of fracture management Why fix fractures? How do fractures heal? Further reading Author Christopher G Moran 2.1 Fracture issues 2.1.1 Basic principles of fracture…
2.2 Fracture classification
10.1055/b-0034-85578 2.2 Fracture classification Principles of Müller AO/OTA Classification of Fractures-Long Bones Describing fracture morphology Conclusion Classification terminology Further reading Author James Kellam 2.2 Fracture classification Fracture classifications have multiple…
2.3 Soft-tissue injuries
10.1055/b-0034-85579 2.3 Soft-tissue injuries Introduction Soft-tissue anatomy Classification of soft-tissue injury in closed fractures Soft-tissue handling Open fractures Management of open fractures Compartment syndrome Conclusion Further reading Author David Volgas…
2.8 Preoperative planning for ORP—the team approach
10.1055/b-0034-85585 2.8 Preoperative planning for ORP—the team approach Introduction Why plan? Templating and surgical tactic: simplified “overlay” technique Communication Conclusion Further reading Author Steven Schelkun 2.8 Preoperative planning for ORP—the…
2.11 Minimally invasive techniques
10.1055/b-0034-85588 2.11 Minimally invasive techniques Introduction Indications for minimally invasive osteosynthesis (MIO) Minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) Conclusion Further reading Author Theerachai Apivatthakakul 2.11 Minimally invasive techniques 2.11.1 Introduction The…
2.6 Articular fractures
10.1055/b-0034-85583 2.6 Articular fractures Introduction Anatomy and basic principles Evaluation of patient and injury Preoperative planning Timing of surgery Surgical approach Articular reconstruction and fixation Postoperative care Conclusion Further reading…
2.7 Diagnostic methods
10.1055/b-0034-85584 2.7 Diagnostic methods Introduction X-rays CT scans MRIs Other diagnostic methods Conclusion Further reading Author Roshdy Guirguis 2.7 Diagnostic methods 2.7.1 Introduction X-rays (or radiographs) are the oldest and…
2.5 Diaphyseal fractures
10.1055/b-0034-85582 2.5 Diaphyseal fractures Introduction Management Principles of operative treatment Further reading Author Klaus Dresing 2.5 Diaphyseal fractures 2.5.1 Introduction The diaphysis is the shaft section of a long bone….
2.9 Multiple fractures/polytrauma patients
10.1055/b-0034-85586 2.9 Multiple fractures/polytrauma patients Introduction Initial assessment—resuscitation room Immediate life-threatening conditions of the multiple-injury patient Definition of the patient’s condition Operating room—surgical strategy Intensive care unit—management Rehabilitation Conclusion Further…
2.12 Bone grafting
10.1055/b-0034-85589 2.12 Bone grafting Indications Methods of bone stimulation Types of bone grafts Bone-graft substitutes General considerations Harvesting bone graft Future of bone grafting Conclusion Further reading Author Mamoun Kremli…
