New Developments in Management of Vascular Pathology of the Upper Extremity, An Issue of Hand Clinics

New Developments in Management of Vascular Pathology of the Upper Extremity, An Issue of Hand Clinics
Author: Steven L. Moran
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 153
Release: 2014-12-26
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323354580

The arteries to the upper extremities can be involved at multiple levels by a variety of diseases. Because of the critical sensitivity of motor function and sensation in the arms and hands, minor degrees of ischemia can have major clinical significance. It is essential to understand the exact pathologic process and the sites of involvement to provide proper therapy. This issue will include articles such as: The diagnosis of vaso-occlusive disease within the hand, Botox in the management of vascospastic disorders, Vascular injuries in sports activities, Present options for the management of hypothenar hammer syndrome and many more!

Management of Elbow Trauma, An Issue of Hand Clinics 31-4

Management of Elbow Trauma, An Issue of Hand Clinics 31-4
Author: George S. Athwal
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2016-01-07
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323393918

Injuries to the elbow are common, usually occur secondary to indirect trauma and are often accompanied by injury to shoulder or wrist joints. It is important to assess injuries promptly and accurately, taking into account age and the mechanism of injury, particularly because of the risk of accompanying vascular involvement. This issue will include articles on Anatomy and Exposures, Simple Elbow Dislocations, Radial Head Fractures, Complex Elbow Instability: Radial Head and Coronoid, Varus Posteromedial Instability, Monteggia and Trans-olecranon Injuries, Olecranon Fractures, Arthroscopic management of Elbow Fractures Elbow trauma in the Athlete, Soft Tissue Coverage of the Elbow and many more!

Innovations in Intercarpal Ligament Repair and Reconstruction, An Issue of Hand Clinics

Innovations in Intercarpal Ligament Repair and Reconstruction, An Issue of Hand Clinics
Author: Marco Rizzo
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2015-07-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323396801

This exciting issue will cover everything from Ligament anatomy and biomechanics of the Carpus, Diagnosis and Treatment of Perilunate and lunate fracture/dislocations, Acute Scapholunate ligament injuries - arthroscopic treatment, Acute scapholunate ligament injuries - open treatment, Diagnosis and treatment of acute lunotriquetral ligament injuries to Management of intercarpal ligament injuries associated with distal radius fractures, Chronic scapholunate ligament injuries - soft-tissue ligament reconstruction , Midcarpal instability, Salvage procedures in the management of carpal instability, and many more.

Preventing and Avoiding Complications in Hand Surgery, An Issue of Hand Clinics

Preventing and Avoiding Complications in Hand Surgery, An Issue of Hand Clinics
Author: Kevin C. Chung
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2015-06-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323376002

Complications of hand injuries are very common, and the primary goal of the treatment of hand trauma is simply that of avoiding complications. They can be considered to be complications of missed diagnoses, complications of treatment, or complications of injuries.

Options for Surgical Exposure & Soft Tissue Coverage in Upper Extremity Trauma, An Issue of Hand Clinics

Options for Surgical Exposure & Soft Tissue Coverage in Upper Extremity Trauma, An Issue of Hand Clinics
Author: Amit Gupta
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2014-11-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323323766

This issues provides a comprehensive description of standard and alternative exposures of shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm and hand along with the relevant anatomy, and pearls and pitfalls of the described exposures and case examples illustrating the relevant points. The focus of the second section is on soft tissue coverage of the upper extremity.

Health Services Research and Evidence-Based Medicine in Hand Surgery, An Issue of Hand Clinics

Health Services Research and Evidence-Based Medicine in Hand Surgery, An Issue of Hand Clinics
Author: Jennifer Waljee
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2014-08-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323320325

This issue focuses on the integration of health services research into clinical practice. It provides an overview of the field of health services research for the practicing hand surgeon and highlights pertinent topics that can inform clinical care in any practice setting.

Scleroderma, An Issue of Rheumatic Disease Clinics

Scleroderma, An Issue of Rheumatic Disease Clinics
Author: Maureen D. Mayes
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2015-08-03
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323393543

Scleroderma, or systemic sclerosis, is a chronic connective tissue disease generally classified as one of the autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Hardening of the skin is one of the most visible manifestations of the disease. It's estimated that about 300,000 Americans have scleroderma. About one third of those people have the systemic form of scleroderma. Since scleroderma presents with symptoms similar to other autoimmune diseases, diagnosis is difficult. This issue will cover: The Genetic Basis of SSc: Genetics, Epigenetics, Mechanisms of Pathogenesis - linking fibrosis, vasculopathy and immune dysregulation, The Role of Autoantibodies in Diagnosis and Prognosis/survival; Managing Raynaud's phenomenon and ischemic ulcers, managing SSc Lung Disease, Monitoring for and Managing Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, and many more!

Targeted Muscle Reinnervation

Targeted Muscle Reinnervation
Author: Todd A. Kuiken
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2013-07-23
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1439860815

Implement TMR with Your Patients and Improve Their Quality of LifeDeveloped by Dr. Todd A. Kuiken and Dr. Gregory A. Dumanian, targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) is a new approach to accessing motor control signals from peripheral nerves after amputation and providing sensory feedback to prosthesis users. This practical approach has many advantage

Advances in Microsurgical Reconstruction in the Upper Extremity, An Issue of Hand Clinics

Advances in Microsurgical Reconstruction in the Upper Extremity, An Issue of Hand Clinics
Author: Harvey Chim
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 169
Release: 2024-04-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0443130140

In this issue of Hand Clinics, guest editors Drs. Harvey Chim and Kevin Chung bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Advances in Microsurgical Reconstruction in the Upper Extremity. Top experts in the field discuss techniques, outcomes, and new developments such as perforator mapping, thin flaps, and functional muscle transfers, providing surgeons with expert guidance and resources in order to maximize function. - Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics including recent advances in upper extremity microsurgery: from traditional to perforator flaps; evolution and application of ultrasound for flap planning in upper extremity reconstruction; functional free muscle transfers for reconstruction of the paralytic limb; functional free muscle transfers for reconstruction of brachial plexus injuries; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on advances in microsurgical reconstruction in the upper extremity, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, An Issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, An Issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, E-Book

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, An Issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, An Issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, E-Book
Author: Kevin C. Chung
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2024-09-02
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0443131562

In this issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, guest editors Drs. Kevin C. Chung and Brian Starr bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. Top experts in the field discuss key topics such as principles for achieving predictable outcomes in flexor tendon repair; nerve vs. tendon transfers in the management of isolated upper extremity peripheral nerve injuries; free functional muscle transfer; current and future directions for upper extremity amputations: TMR vs. RPNI; and more. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including optimizing outcomes in revision peripheral nerve surgery; the mangled upper extremity: algorithm for salvage/my workhorse flaps; bone grafts and flaps in the management of complex upper extremity defects; optimizing outcomes in the management of the burned hand; preserving and reconstructing the traumatized thumb; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on hand and upper extremity surgery, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.