Imaging Atlas of Orthopedic Appliances and Prostheses

Book excerpt: This unique atlas is the most comprehensive and practical guide to the radiologic evaluation of orthopedic fixation devices and prostheses. Coauthored by radiologists and orthopedic surgeons from the Mayo Clinic, the book provides complete information on the indications, preoperative and postoperative imaging, radiographic appearances, and complications of the wide variety of orthopedic appliances used in current practice. More than 2,800 radiographs, photographs, and drawings show how these devices should look when properly in place and how to identify complications. The first two chapters review current imaging techniques and describe orthopedic devices that can be used in several anatomic regions. Subsequent chapters focus on devices and prostheses used in the spine; pelvis and hips; femur; knee; tibia and fibula; foot and ankle; shoulder; humerus; elbow; forearm; and hand and wrist. Coverage includes devices used for trauma, joint replacement, and other orthopedic problems in adults and in pediatric patients. The final chapter covers more custom-designed implants used for musculoskeletal neoplasms.