Decision making in spinal care [electronic resource] / [edited by] D. Greg Anderson, Alexander R. Vaccaro ; contributing editor, Gregory Gebauer. - 2nd ed. - New York : Thieme, 2013. - xxiv, 612 p. : ill.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Decision Making in Spinal Care, 2nd Edition presents current management strategies for the most common spine problems, including trauma injuries, metabolic and degenerative diseases, and spinal deformities. Each chapter opens with a concise introduction to the topic and discussion of the classification of the injury, condition, or management approach. The authors then describe the diagnostic workup of the patient, the treatment options available, the likely outcome, and possible complications. Chapters also include useful decision making algorithms"--Provided by publisher.


Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2015. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.

9781604064186 (electronic bk.)




Spinal cord--Diseases--Treatment.
Surgery, Elective--Decision making.
Orthopedic surgery.
Spinal cord--Wounds and injuries--Treatment.


Electronic books.

RC400 / .D43 2013

616.7/3