Arthroplasty in Hand Surgery: FESSH Instructional Course Book 2020

The book Arthroplasty in Hand Surgery: FESSH Instructional Course Book 2020 provides comprehensive coverage of hand arthroplasty, with contributions from an international team of experts. It covers anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical techniques, including arthroscopy, and offers insight from the Norwegian Arthroplasty Register. The book is designed for orthopaedic surgeons and hand specialists and includes digital access.

Format: Hardback
Length: 330 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2021
Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group

Arthroplasty in Hand Surgery: FESSH Instructional Course Book 2020 is a comprehensive and reader-friendly reference on hand arthroplasty, authored by esteemed global experts. Recent research indicates that the lifetime risk of hand arthritis may exceed 40%. Simultaneously, advancements in small joint arthroplasty have significantly improved treatment outcomes for patients suffering from trauma, arthritis, stiffness, and instability of joints in the hand and wrist.

Arthroplasty in Hand Surgery: FESSH Instructional Course Book 2020 offers in-depth coverage of the surgical reconstruction or replacement of these joints. Edited by renowned hand surgeons Stephan Schindele, Grey Giddins, and Philippe Bellemère, this unique resource features contributions from an international who's who of experts.

Organized into five sections and 35 chapters, the generously illustrated book encompasses a wide range of state-of-the-art arthroscopy techniques. Section one begins with discussions of the anatomy, biomechanics, and mode of action of the finger and thumb joints, concluding with an intriguing history of hand arthroplasty. Sections two through five cover the latest arthroplasty procedures for treating 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 summary.

This comprehensive guide is an invaluable resource for hand surgeons, residents, and fellows seeking to stay updated with the latest advancements in hand arthroplasty. With its expert-authored content, detailed illustrations, and user-friendly format, it provides a thorough understanding of the surgical techniques and materials used to treat hand disorders, enabling practitioners to deliver optimal care to their patients.

Weight: 1209g
Dimension: 270 x 195 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783132431744