Piermattei's Atlas of Surgical Approaches to the Bones and Joints of the Dog and Cat, 5th Edition
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This expertly illustrated atlas has been the go-to reference in veterinary orthopedic surgery for nearly 50 years and remains the premier resource for small animal surgical procedures. As in prior editions, Piermattei's Atlas of Surgical Approaches to the Bones and Joints of the Dog and Cat, 5th Edition is teeming with highly detailed drawings that illustrate a wide range of surgical approaches. This edition also features six all new surgical approaches and three approaches which have been expanded to illustrate the modifications required when performing orthopedic surgery on the cat. In addition to updated images throughout, fifty-five brand new illustrations accompany the new surgical approaches. As many will attest, Piermattei’s Atlas is an invaluable reference that no small animal surgeon should be without.
"In summary, if you still don’t have a previous edition of Piermattei’s atlas of surgical approaches to the bones and joints of the dog and cat on your bookshelves, this is a must have. If you already have a previous edition, the difference between the 4th and 5th are not big, but there are a few additions that will still make it a worthwhile buy." Reviewed by: Benito De La Puerta, Ldo, Cert SAS Dip ECVS, UK Date: July 2014
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Piermattei's Atlas of Surgical Approaches to the Bones and Joints of the Dog and Cat
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- Step-by-step procedures walk you through proper positioning, anatomic landmarks, potential dangers, and increasing exposure.
- Primary indications listed for each surgical approach help you quickly determine which approach is most appropriate for a particular surgery.
- Consistent format features text on the left side and illustration plates on the right, for quick access to key information.
- High-quality drawings created by an expert medical artist provide exceptional clarity, realism, and detail.
- Cross-references throughout the text make it easy to compare surgical approaches for the same body area.
- Full pages dedicated to each plate allow you to more easily view anatomical parts and approaches.
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- NEW! Six all-new approaches to surgical procedures have been added to the text. They include:
- Approach to the Lumbosacral Intervertebral Disk and Foramen Through a Lateral Transilial Osteotomy
- Approach to the Medial Region of the Shoulder Joint
- Minimally Invasive Approach to the Shaft of the Humerus
- Approach to the Lateral Aspect of the Hemipelvis
- Minimally Invasive Approach to the Shaft of the Femur
- Minimally Invasive Approach to the Shaft of the Tibia
- NEW! Expanded coverage of modifications required when performing orthopedic surgery on the cat include:
- Approach to the Lateral Aspect of the Humeral Condyle and Epicondyle in the Cat
- Approach to the Craniodorsal Aspect of the Hip Joint Through a Craniolateral Incision in the Cat
- Approach to the Shaft of the Femur in the Cat
- NEW! Updated images provide a better picture of various surgical approaches.
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Section I: General Considerations Attributes of an Acceptable Approach to a Bone or Joint Factors to Consider When Choosing an Approach Aseptic Technique Surgical Principles Anatomy
Section II: The Head Approach to the Rostral Shaft of the Mandible Approach to the Caudal Shaft and Ramus of the Mandible Approach to the Ramus of the Mandible Approach to the Temporomandibular Joint Approach to the Dorsolateral Surface of the Skull Approach to the Caudal Surface of the Skull
Section III: The Vertebral Column Approach to Cervical Vertebrae 1 and 2 Through a Ventral Incision Approach to Cervical Vertebrae 1 and 2 Through a Dorsal Incision Approach to Cervical Vertebrae and Intervertebral Disks 2-7 Through a Ventral Incision Approach to the Midcervical Vertebrae Through a Dorsal Incision Approach to Cervical Vertebrae 3-6 Through a Lateral Incision Approach to the Caudal Cervical and Cranial Thoracic Vertebrae Through a Dorsal Incision Approach to the Thoracolumbar Vertebrae Through a Dorsal Incision Approach to the Thoracolumbar Intervertebral Disks Through a Dorsolateral Incision Approach to the Thoracolumbar Intervertebral Disks Through a Lateral Incision Approach to Lumbar Vertebra 7 and the Sacrum Through a Dorsal Incision Approach to the Lumbosacral Intervertebral Disk and Foramen Through a Lateral Transilial Osteotomy NEW! Approach to Lumbar Vertebrae 6 and 7 and the Sacrum Through a Ventral Abdominal Incision Approach to the Caudal Vertebrae Through a Dorsal Incision
Section IV: The Scapula and Shoulder Joint Approach to the Body, Spine, and Acromion Process of the Scapula Approach to the Craniolateral Region of the Shoulder Joint Approach to the Craniolateral Region of the Shoulder Joint by Tenotomy of the Infraspinatus Muscle Approach to the Caudolateral Region of the Shoulder Joint Approach to the Caudal Region of the Shoulder Joint Approach to the Craniomedial Region of the Shoulder Joint Approach to the Medial Region of the Shoulder Joint NEW! Approach to the Cranial Region of the Shoulder Joint
Section V The Forelimb Approach to the Proximal Shaft of the Humerus Approach to the Midshaft of the Humerus Through a Craniolateral Incision Approach to the Shaft of the Humerus Through a Medial Incision Minimally Invasive Approach to the Shaft of the Humerus NEW! Approach to the Distal Shaft of the Humerus Through a Craniolateral Incision Approach to the Distal Shaft and Supracondylar Region of the Humerus Through a Medial Incision Approach to the Lateral Aspect of the Humeral Condyle and Epicondyle in the Dog Approach to the Lateral Aspect of the Humeral Condyle and Epicondyle in the Cat NEW FELINE COVERAGE! Approach to the Lateral Humeroulnar Part of the Elbow Joint Approach to the Supracondylar Region of the Humerus and the Caudal Humeroulnar Part of the Elbow Joint Approach to the Humeroulnar Part of the Elbow Joint by Osteotomy of the Tuber Olecrani Approach to the Humeroulnar Part of the Elbow Joint by Triceps Tenotomy Approach to the Elbow Joint by Osteotomy of the Proximal Ulnar Diaphysis Approach to the Head of the Radius and Lateral Parts of the Elbow Joint Approach to the Head of the Radius and Humeroradial Part of the Elbow Joint by Osteotomy of the Lateral Humeral Epicondyle Approach to the Medial Humeral Epicondyle Approach to the Medial Aspect of the Humeral Condyle and the Medial Coronoid Process of the Ulna by an Intermuscular Incision Approach to the Medial Aspect of the Humeral Condyle and the Medial Coronoid Process of the Ulna by Osteotomy of the Medial Humeral Epicondyle Approach to the Proximal Shaft and Trochlear Notch of the Ulna Approach to the Tuber Olecrani Approach to the Distal Shaft and Styloid Process of the Ulna Approach to the Head and Proximal Metaphysis of the Radius Approach to the Shaft of the Radius Through a Medial Incision Approach to the Shaft of the Radius Through a Lateral Incision Approach to the Distal Radius and Carpus Through a Dorsal Incision Approach to the Distal Radius and Carpus Through a Palmaromedial Incision Approach to the Accessory Carpal Bone and Palmarolateral Carpal Joints Approaches to the Metacarpal Bones Approach to the Proximal Sesamoid Bones Approaches to the Phalanges and Interphalangeal Joints
Section VI The Pelvis and Hip Joint Approach to the Wing of the Ilium and Dorsal Aspect of the Sacrum Approach to the Ilium Through a Lateral Incision Approach to the Ventral Aspect of the Sacrum Approach to the Craniodorsal Aspect of the Hip Join Through Craniolateral Incision in the Dog Approach to the Craniodorsal Aspect of the Hip Joint Through a Craniolateral Incision in the Cat NEW FELINE COVERAGE! Approach to the Dorsal Aspect of the Hip Joint Through an Intergluteal Incision Approach to the Craniodorsal and Caudodorsal Aspects of the Hip Joint by Osteotomy of the Greater Trochanter Approach to the Craniodorsal and Caudodorsal Aspects of the Hip Joint by Tenotomy of the Gluteal Muscles Approach to the Caudal Aspect of the Hip Joint and Body of the Ischium Approach to the Lateral Aspect of the Hemipelvis NEW! Approach to the Ventral Aspect of the Hip Joint or the Ramus of the Pubis Approach to the Pubis and Pelvic Symphysis Approach to the Ischium
Section VII The Hindlimb Approach to the Greater Trochanter and Subtrochanteric Region of the Femur Approach to the Shaft of the Femur in the Dog Approach to the Shaft of the Femur in the Cat NEW FELINE COVERAGE! Minimally Invasive Approach to the Shaft of the Femur NEW! Approach to the Distal Femur and Stifle Joint Through a Lateral Incision Approach to the Stifle Joint Through a Lateral Incision Approach to the Stifle Joint Through a Medial Incision Approach to the Stifle Joint With Bilateral Exposure Approach to the Distal Femur and Stifle Joint by Osteotomy of the Tibial Tuberosity Approach to the Lateral Collateral Ligament and Caudolateral Part of the Stifle Joint Approach to the Stifle Joint by Osteotomy of the Origin of the Lateral Collateral Ligament Approach to the Medial Collateral Ligament and Caudomedial Part of the Stifle Joint Approach to the Stifle Joint by Osteotomy of the Origin of the Medial Collateral Ligament Approach to the Proximal Tibia Through a Medial Incision Approach to the Shaft of the Tibia Minimally Invasive Approach to the Shaft of the Tibia NEW!