Measurements in spine care

In the course of evaluating the patient with spinal disease, a myriad of measurements need to be performed before determining the diagnosis and the severity of the disease process. This text explicitly outlines the measurement of the spine from a clinical, laboratory, and radiographic approach. A de...

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Other Authors: Chapman, Jens R
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Dübendorf, Switzerland New York AOSpine ; Thieme [distributor] c2012
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Summary:In the course of evaluating the patient with spinal disease, a myriad of measurements need to be performed before determining the diagnosis and the severity of the disease process. This text explicitly outlines the measurement of the spine from a clinical, laboratory, and radiographic approach. A detailed description of the actual technique of measurement and the clinical implication are presented with accompanying illustrations. This amalgamation of measurement tools for the spine is a beneficial reference for a wide spectrum of healthcare providers: students, nurses, residents, fellows, and established surgeons.
Physical Description:xv, 368 p. ill. 24 x 25 cm
ISBN:9783131711915
3131711914