This pocket-sized reference serves as a practical source of information on the fracture treatment of all bones. A concentration on small anatomic areas enables material to be located and reviewed... This description may be from another edition of this product.
I bought this book to prepare for my Sub-I in ortho trauma. It is nice because it smaller than the Koval book so it fits easily into the lab coat and does not weigh to much. The draw back is that it has much less information than the Koval book. That being said, it does have all the critical info such as fracture classifications and management, but less background.
Great for PGY-1's and 2's in orthopaedics, ER residents
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
For the busy orthopaedic surgery and ER residents, this pocket "text" provides pertinent information regarding common fractures with focus on surgical options and relevant anatomy. Though not as detailed as other texts (i.e. Skeletal Trauma by Browner et al., and Hoppenfeld's Surgical Exposures...), the handbook comes close to providing the necessary information for appropriate evaluation and treatment of the patient with an orthopaedic injury. The second edition is a significant improvement over the first and would highly recommend this even for non-surgical physicians in private practice.
great resource
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
This is a good book for everyday use. The format is brief yet helpful. It is a good book for residents,physician assistants and students in the early stages. I use it also to refresh my memory when I encounter something I have not seen in awhile.
Handbook of Fractures
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Excellent text! I reviewed a friends copy and had to have one for myself. The text is well organized into the various musculoskeletal regions with thorough explinations of common and not so common injuries, including the recommended treatment. The illustrations are easily understood and add a great deal to the effectivness of this book. It is designed to fit into a lab coat pocket, and will make a handy reference.
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