Main description:

Based on the successful format of AO courses, this two-volume reference is a comprehensive manual for the latest AO spine techniques. For each case, the book guides the reader from case presentation, through rationale for surgical treatment, and to non-operative treatment options. The authors describe potential complications in spine surgery and outcomes.

Volume I, Principles and Techniques, begins with a complete review of basic science concepts, helping the reader understand the biomechanics, biology, and the surgical anatomy of the spine. This volume provides a systematic overview of spinal instrumentation, computer-assisted surgery, and anesthesia considerations.

Volume II, Clinical Applications, presents a compilation of clinical cases addressing the most common spinal problems, such as spinal trauma, tumors, infections, inflammatory processes, deformities, degenerative spinal diseases, and metabolic bone disease.

Throughout both volumes, high-quality photographs and drawings illustrate surgical techniques step-by-step and demonstrate key concepts of management. Clear, easy-to-reference bulleted lists and shaded text boxes facilitate rapid review of important learning points. An accompanying DVD-ROM with video clips from live surgery symposia and practical exercises also enhance the reader's learning experience.

Contents:

Volume 1

1 Introduction - AO Principles Applied to the Spine

2 History of Spine Surgery Within the AO Organization

3 Organization and Purpose of the AOSpine Group

4 Biomechanics

5 Biology of the Spine

6 Surgical Anatomy of the Spine

7 Spinal Instrumentation

8 Computer-Assisted Surgery

9 Anesthesia for Spine Surgery

Volume 2

1 Spinal Trauma

2 Spinal Tumors

3 Infections of the Spine

4 Inflammatory Processes

5 Deformities of the Spine

6 Spondylolysis, Spondylolisthesis, and Spondyloptosis

7 Degenerative Spinal Diseases

8 Metabolic Bone Disease of the Spine - Osteoporosis

9 Complications in Spine Surgery

10 Documentation, Evaluation, and Outcome in Spine Surgery