Fully updated with
recent technologies, current scientific knowledge, and the latest techniques
,
A Primer in Cartilage Repair and Joint Preservation of the Knee, 2nd Edition
, presents the full range of treatment options for a changing, increasingly younger patient population. Using an
easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach
, Dr. Thomas Minas clearly teaches how to meet the new challenges of cartilage repair by utilizing the latest techniques and technologies, including advances in orthobiologics. Surgical photographs, abundant illustrations, and procedural videos provide
detailed visual guidance.
Details the systematic approach to
diagnosis, patient management, surgical techniques, and rehabilitation
for a variety of problems.
Covers
current scientific knowledge
of cartilage properties, the etiology of damage and the intrinsic repair and regeneration processes.
Helps you
select the best treatment course
for each patient through extensive coverage of options from non-surgical to mini-incision total knee arthroplasty.
Discusses the latest evidence, research and challenges associated with
new techniques
such as MACI, ACI, HTO, DFO, and more.
Features new and expanded coverage of the
latest advances in orthobiologics
including platelet-rich plasma, bone marrow stem cells, fat stem cells, scaffolds and much more.
Includes
key topics
such as printed 3-D cartilage structures and the management of secondary cartilage lesions.
Contains
high-quality illustrations and surgical photos
, as well as
new videos
that provide clear instructions on how to perform key procedures.
Enhanced eBook version included with purchase.
Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.