Master Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery: Fractures
Journal Title: Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal - Year 2014, Vol 8, Issue 1
Abstract
There are 80 contributors in this book; all the chapters are contributed by the world’s foremost surgeons who are the authority in their respective field. The content in each and every chapter is consistently and systematically organised in smooth flow way that make reading very easy and suit our thought process. It presents the most advanced, successful surgical techniques and approaches for fractures of the upper extremity, lower extremity, pelvis, and acetabulum. The contributing authors describe their preferred techniques and approaches in step-by-step details, explain the indications and contraindications, opinion on options of fixations, identify pitfalls and potential complications, and offer pearls and tips for improving results.
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Mohammad Anwar Hau Abdullah
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