Rothman-Simeone The Spine 5E - 2 Vol Set 5E

The classic 2-Volume reference that practitioners have been turning to for the best operative and non-operative approaches in spinal treatment since 1975! It is considered the defining source on the basic science and clinical practice of spine surgery in adults and children. The new 5th Edition represents the most sweeping overhaul of this landmark reference yet - with many new contributors, a wealth of new content, a totally new organisation, and many enhanced illustrations.Reviews"An excellent text for both surgeons and non-surgeons who diagnose and treat diseases of the spine. It expands upon previous editions, with new sections that help the reader to stay current in areas of rapid advancement such as outcome studies and minimally invasive surgery ... Highly recommended."JBJSFeaturesIncludes state-of-the-art discussions of bone grafting and bone growth augmentation, artificial disc replacement, minimally invasive surgical procedures, genetic applications, bone morphogenetic protein as an alternative to traditional spine fusion, and other timely topicsProvides a completely new section on diagnosis that delivers multi-disciplinary perspectives on this primary clinical concernPresents a new section on The Failed Back that systematically covers even the most complex problemsWhat's NewCovers both surgical and non-surgical treatment approachesFeatures a total reorganisation into shorter, more focused chaptersOffers contributions from mostly new contributors, to ensure fresh, contemporary insights on every topicIncorporates a significant amount of new and redrawn art work