Written by leading orthopedic surgeons, this superbly illustrated pocket guide helps you expertly diagnose, classify, and, most importantly, manage every type of fracture and ligamentous injury commonly seen in clinical practice. Organized by anatomic region and packed with high-quality line drawings and x-rays illustrating diagnostic and management procedures, this invaluable guide covers:

Anatomy surrounding the fracture
Diagnosis with physical and radiographic findings
Differentiation of mechanisms of injury
Fracture classification
Indications for operative treatment
Description of potential surgical options
Expected outcome
Management of late complications
Summaries and reflections