Spine Surgery - Tricks of the Trade

Updated edition of bestseller from master spine surgeons uncovers tricks of the trade

Thieme congratulates Todd Albert on being chosen by New York magazine for its prestigious ''Best Doctors 2017'' list.

Written by world-renowned masters in spine surgery, this expanded third edition details all the major procedures and newest technical innovations in the field. Experts share clinical pearls gleaned from years of surgical experience and ongoing refinement of techniques. Throughout 21 well organized sections, the essential elements of a full spectrum of cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacroiliac joint procedures are distilled into 112 concise, easy to understand chapters.

From deformities to spinal tumors, the text facilitates a greater understanding of surgical nuances and potential complications encountered in standard to complex cases. The authors share insights for improving patient safety and outcome such as reducing r