Classic Papers in Orthopaedics - by Paul A Banaszkiewicz & Deiary F Kader (Paperback)

About the Book

This book features pivotal papers in orthopedic research that have been carefully selected by experts in their field.

Book Synopsis

Orthopedic experts in their field have carefully chosen what they consider to be the key papers in their respective domains. Every paper is carefully described and evaluated by its strengths, weaknesses and its contribution to the field. Papers have been chosen by number of citations, academic importance, articles that have changed our whole way of thinking or that have simply stood the test of time.

From the Back Cover

The book categorizes articles by field of research to include studies on the hip and knee arthroplasty, sports medicine and arthroscopy, paediatric orthopaedics foot and ankle, spine, hand and upper extremity, trauma/fracture healing, oncology and basic science articles (stem cell, bone tissue, ligament, tendon tissue and implants).

Classic Papers in Orthopaedics assembles a distinguished team of contributors to identify, analyze and bring together in a single volume the most important articles from a broad range of publications that have become recognized as the defining articles in orthopaedics. It is a unique reference providing a single source for reviewing the most important papers in the discipline. It also provides a critical analysis of the strengths, weaknesses and the impact each paper has had on the development of orthopaedics and is therefore essential reading for all practicing orthopaedic surgeons, orthopaedic trainees sitting higher level exams, and all involved in research and clinical practice in the field of orthopaedics.

Review Quotes

From the book reviews:

"This is a comprehensive historical review in Orthopaedics related to both conservative and surgical treatments of extremity, spine, foot, & ankle pathologies. ... Radiographs, charts, and line drawings illustrate the text well. ... This is an excellent book for residents, fellows, orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and historians ... . I give this book my highest rating amongst orthopaedics books." (Joseph J. Grenier, Amazon.com, July, 2014)