Main description:

Trauma surgery has increasingly become a specialized field inspired by different principles and philosophy. A good trauma surgeon is a surgeon who knows how to perform abdominal vascular, thoracic, urologic, gynecologic, and orthopaedic procedures and is able to repair multiple traumatic injuries in the best sequence possible. In this first volume, practical, up-to-date guidance is provided on the optimal critical care and ICU management of trauma patients. In addition, individual chapters focus on specific injuries in orthopaedic trauma (and especially spinal trauma) and neurotrauma, with the aim of providing a fresh view of the surgical approach and practical suggestions for improving the skills of treating surgeons. Educational issues and the organization of a trauma center are also covered.

The volume will be a handy pocket guide for trainee surgeons and any surgeon, physician, or nurse who treats trauma patients. It will be particularly relevant for emergency department physicians, critical care and ICU doctors, orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and professionals responsible for trauma care and decision making, programs of trauma education, or organization of a trauma center.

Also available: Trauma Surgery Vol. 2: Thoracic and Abdominal Trauma

Contents:

Training, Education and Decision-making in Trauma Surgery.- Management of the Polytrauma Patient.- Damage Control Resuscitation.- Principles and Philosphy of Damage Control Surgery.- Surgical Treatment of Pelvic Fractures.- Surgery of the Cervical Spine Trauma.- Surgery of the Thoracolumbar Spine Trauma.- Surgery of the Extremity Trauma.- Minimally Invasive Approach and Endovascular Techniques for Vascular Trauma.- Interventional Techniques for Hemorrhage Control in Trauma.- Management of Penetrating Neck Injuries.- Acute Traumatic Brain Injuries and Their Management.- Establishing a Trauma Service.- Multiple Organ Failure in Trauma Patients.- Infections in Trauma Patients.