Publisher's Synopsis
Arthroscopic Surgery: New Perspectives addresses cutting-edge topics in shoulder and knee surgery. The book discusses challenging situations faced by orthopedic surgeons, such as SLAP tears, rotator cuff tears, meniscal ramp lesions, and ACL reconstruction. For shoulder surgeons, the book reviews the indications and techniques of SLAP repair and rotator cuff repair. Regarding SLAP lesions, the book discusses the role of repair versus biceps tenodesis and why technique is so important in making sure patients do not lose motion and are able to get back to their sports and lifestyles. Chapters also discuss treatment modalities for rotator cuff tears, including arthroscopic treatment of massive tears and the role of biologics to enhance repair. For knee surgeons, the book discusses hidden lesions of the knee known as ramp lesions as well as the arthroscopic techniques for repairing these difficult tears. Regarding ACL tears, the book highlights the many types of grafts along with their advantages and disadvantages. There is also a chapter on the technique of hamstring harvesting. Whether you are a specialist or a generalist, Arthroscopy Surgery: New Perspectives has something for you.
