The Knee - 9781617119996

Co-published with the Arthroscopy Association of North America, The Knee: AANA Advanced Arthroscopic Surgical Techniques is a comprehensive technique-based book that presents the latest diagnostic, excisional, and reconstructive techniques in arthroscopic surgery for the knee.

The Knee: AANA Advanced Arthroscopic Surgical Techniques is led by premier arthroscopic surgeons Drs. Nicholas A. Sgaglione, James H. Lubowitz, Matthew T. Provencher, and their international list of expert contributors. This all-encompassing resource includes preferred physical examination testing and diagnostic imaging choices in pre-operative planning and patient selection, state of the art step-by-step description of the procedures, comprehensive surgical equipment lists to perform each procedure, clear and precise indications for surgery and the thoughtful rationale behind stated contraindications, controversial indications, post-op protocols, and potential complications.
The written text is supported by numerous color images and a website with invaluable, narrated video clips depicting disease specific arthroscopic techniques specific to the knee.

Features inside The Knee: AANA Advanced Arthroscopic Surgical Techniques

• Narrated video accompanies all surgical techniques, focusing on the stepwise approach to each operation
• Consistent organization throughout the book results in a bulleted and user-friendly interface for a quick reference or prolonged study
• Top 5 Technical Pearls of Practice for each procedure to enhance outcomes and to avoid common pitfalls and complications
• High-quality artwork and figures to compliment clinical images
• Equipment and surgical technique checklists for quick reference prior to surgery