Total hip replacement : implantation technique and local complications /

This book offers a comprehensive overview on implantation technique and complications of total hip prostheses. Planning of the operation is explained in a detailed manner. In the second part of the book all typical local complications such as hematoma, infections, luxations, fractures, neurologic co...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Ochsner, Peter E. (Peter Emil), 1942-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin : Springer, [2003]
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This book offers a comprehensive overview on implantation technique and complications of total hip prostheses. Planning of the operation is explained in a detailed manner. In the second part of the book all typical local complications such as hematoma, infections, luxations, fractures, neurologic complications and pain are defined and analysed with reference to the authors own experience and the relevant literature. The book ends with chapters on the overall survival of various types of prostheses and on informed consent. It is aimed at orthopaedic surgeons who deal with total hip prostheses on either a regular or occasional basis. Numerous illustrated case reports provide practical information, and the detailed index enables fast and easy consultation.
Item Description:Presentation based on the system according to M.E. Müller with long-term follow-up."."
Translation of: Die Hüffttotalprothese.
"Translator: Robert Hinchcliffe."--Verso title page.
Softcover reprint of the hardcover 1st edition 2003.
Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xxiv, 243 pages :) : illustrations (some color)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9783642556791 (electronic bk.)
3642556795 (electronic bk.)