Overview

This state-of-the-art book provides the first thorough treatment of thoracoscopic spine surgery and the new techniques that will likely revolutionize the way spinal problems are managed. Consisting of contributions from the most respected authorities in the field, this work provides in-depth explanations of the fundamental anatomy, principles, pathology, and approaches involved. Among the highlights: Step-by-step instruction on specific techniques for a wide variety of surgical procedures Insightful analysis of patient selection, indications and contraindications, equipment, and ways of avoiding and treating complications Thorough discussion of all aspects of thoracoscopic spine surgery, from patient positioning and anesthetic management, to portal placement techniques and intraoperative monitoring 700 detailed illustrations and surgical photographs, nearly 300 in full color! Together with the accompanying video atlas, this package thoroughly explains and demonstrates the new techniques and is essential for learning how to perform them. A practical book on the forefront of new technology, THORACOSCOPIC SPINE SURGERY is a must for surgeons who wish to add these challenging procedures to their working armamentarium!

Full Product Details

Author:   Curtis A. Dickman ,  Daniel J. Rosenthal ,  Noel I. Perin ,  Curtis Dickman
Publisher:   Thieme Medical Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Thieme Medical Publishers Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   1.715kg
ISBN:  

9780865777859

ISBN 10:   0865777853
Pages:   365
Publication Date:   01 May 1999
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock  

Table of Contents

1. The History of Thoracoscopic Spine Surgery 2. General Principles of Thoracoscopy 3. Education and Credentialing for Thoracoscopic Spine Surgery 4. Instrumentation and Equipment for Thoracoscopic Spine Surgery 5. Thoracoscopic Perspectives of Thoracic and Mediastinal Anatomy 6. Surgical Anatomy of the Thoracic Spine 7. Microanatomy of Thoracic Spine Foramina and Ligaments 8. Anesthetic Considerations for Thoracoscopic Spine Surgery 9. Anesthetic Management and Intraoperative Monitoring 10. Perioperative Management for Thoracoscopic Spine Surgery 11. Operating Room Setup and Patient Positioning 12. Thoracoscopic Access Strategies: Portal Placement Techniques and Portal Selection 13. Spinal Exposure and Pleural Dissection Techniques 14. Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy 15. Anterior Release of Spinal Deformities 16. Endoscopic Anterior Correction of Idiopathic Scoliosis 17. Biopsy of Vertebral Lesions 18. Thoracoscopic Microsurgical Discectomy 19. Thoracoscopic Resection of Intrathoracic Neurogenic Tumors 20. Thoracoscopic Corpectomy 21. Thoracoscopic Spinal Reconstruction Techniques 22. Thoracoscopic Internal Fixation Techniques 23. Future Directions for Spinal Thoracoscopy

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Associate Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosurgery, St. Lukes-Roosevelt & Beth-Israel Hospitals, New York, New York, USA

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