Surgery of the Pediatric Spine

by Lawrence G. Lenke, Stephen L. Huhn (Editor), Randal R. Betz (Editor)

A single-volume reference for managing pediatric spine disorders and disease Ideal for neurosurgeons, pediatric neurosurgeons, and orthopedic surgeons, Surgery of the Pediatric Spine is a comprehensive multidisciplinary reference for the surgical management of the most frequently encountered spine problems in the pediatric patient. An overview of developmental and clinical aspects provides essential information on biomechanics, neuroimaging, preoperative evaluation, anesthesia, and neurophysiological monitoring. The book goes on to present the surgical anatomy and various approaches to the spine and spinal cord. Chapters are grouped into easy-to-reference sections that are organized by type of problem, including congenital anomalies and developmental disorders; neoplasms; vascular malformations; inflammatory and infectious diseases; neuromuscular disease; trauma; and deformities. The book also presents special techniques for the treatment of spinal deformity, such as osteotomy, vertebrectomy, VEPTR expansion thoracoplasty, and fusionless techniques. A chapter devoted to the rehabilitation of children with spinal cord injury covers the principles and key concepts in treatment, as well as the possible secondary complications and challenges that are unique to pediatric patients. An invaluable resource for multidisciplinary approaches to patient care, this comprehensive text provides readers with a solid foundation in the specific issues associated with treating the pediatric patient with spine disease and disorders.

896 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Dr Johanna · Rating 1 out of 5]

This horror show of a predatory surgeon operated on me performing a wholly unnecessary osteotomy on my flexible spine and ruining my life, costing me my career putting me in permanent horrific pain with his predation and ignorance. I am on Social Security disability now. My body is completely disfigured because of this grotesque creature. he has cost me hundreds of thousands of dollars out-of-pocket he takes no responsibility no accountability. vile human being.