EBOOK

Pediatric Orthopedics in Practice

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The specialty of pediatric orthopaedics involves a vast
array of primary and secondary musculoskeletal condi
tions influenced by growth and development. Writing a
comprehensive textbook is a somewhat herculean task
which Fritz Hefti and his group have done with wit and
style, making this book both instructive and readable. The
sometimes humorous, cartoon-like illustrations are remi
niscent of those drawn by Mercer Rang. These drawings
emphasize important facts, as does the bold colored print
throughout the textbook.
As near as I can tell, all important aspects of pediatric
orthopaedic conditions are covered in this textbook. Each
new disease or section begins with a discussion of etiol
ogy, complemented by a full description of diagnostic,
historical and physical findings. Diagnostic studies are
recommended with an eye towards the efficient use of
resources in »working up« a patient. Recommended treat
ment is outlined with frequent discussion of personal,
Basel, Swiss, or European experience. Reference to the
Basel Tumor Database and other datasets is helpful to the
reader.
Whether you are searching for information on tumors,
regional pediatric orthopaedic conditions or genetic dis
eases, you will find it in this textbook. In addition to being
a reference source for answering a question about a spe
cific disease, one can read the text in a journey through
pediatric orthopaedics as it is written in a stimulating and
entertaining style rather than simply a listing of facts.
I’ve known Fritz Hefti for 25 years and have ad
mired his thoughtful approach to pediatric orthopaedics.
Through this textbook, others will have an opportunity
to be exposed to the wit and wisdom of an outstanding
Swiss pediatric orthopaedic surgeon.
James R. Kasser, M.D.,
Chief of Orthopaedics at the Children’s Hospital Boston
John E. Hall Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard
Medical School
I have just finished reading this enjoyable book. I started
out only to scan it but found it to be most enjoyable and
educational and I learned a great deal.
Fritz Hefti has been the first who was appointed as a
full Professor of Pediatric Orthopedics in Switzerland and
has had a very large clinical experience at the University
of Basel. He is, therefore, very qualified to include his
personal indications for chosen treatment programs. His
book covers all areas of pediatric orthopedics including
fractures.
It is a detailed work that is educational as well as
humorous. The line drawings make the points in an
unforgettable way.
The references are up to date. Since the work was done
in Europe it includes many important references from
journals not included in the English works.
Fritz Hefti worked with me at the beginning of his
career. He was an excellent clinical and research fellow
and since then I appreciate him very much. He is very
proficient in English and the book is easily read.
I know that you will enjoy it as much as I have.
G. Dean MacEwen, M.D.,
Newark, Delawar

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Judul Seri

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No. Panggil

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Penerbit

New York : Springer London Heidelberg., 2007

Deskripsi Fisik

791 hlm

Bahasa

English

ISBN/ISSN

9783540699637

Klasifikasi

NONE

Tipe Isi

text

Tipe Media

computer

Tipe Pembawa

unspecified

Edisi

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Subjek

Pediatric
Orthopedics
Practice

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