The problem with most orthopedic surgery books is that they don't accurately portray what you see in a surgical setting. This outstanding atlas, featuring nearly 400 beautifully executed color photographs, provides the first visual guide to surgical anatomy as you see it. Special features of the atlas include: Over 400 high-quality color photographs that vividly depict surgical anatomy Fresh cadaver specimens portray the true colors of the anatomy involved Step-by-step coverage of more than 60 approaches to the foot, hand, thigh, knee, spine, and more! Clear identification of all structures revealed during each step of the exposure Each approach is accompanied by practical advice on its uses, advantages, disadvantages, structures at risk, technique, helpful tricks, and what will become visible if you get off track Ideal for residents, Atlas of Orthopaedic Surgical Exposures offers a practical and vivid introduction to surgical anatomy, providing them with the essential orientation they need. Seasoned orthopedic surgeons will turn to this book to refresh their knowledge of the surgical anatomy and ensure a smooth operation.

Table of Contents:
Section I Shoulder 1 Deltopectoral Approach 2 Posterior Approach 3 Deltoid Splitting Approach 4 Transacromial Approach 5 Superior Approach to the Suprascapular Nerve 6 Acromioclavicular Joint Approach Section II Upper Arm 7 Anteromedial Approach 8 Lateral Approach to the Humerus 9 Posterior Approach to the Distal Humerus Section III Elbow 10 Anterolateral Approach 11 Posterolateral Approach 12 Posterolateral/Anconeus Approach 13 Posteromedial Approach to the Ulnar Nerve Section IV Forearm 14 Thompson Approach to the Proximal Radius 15 Anterolateral (Internervous) Approach 16 Midline Approach Section V Wrist 17 Dorsal Approach 18 De Quervain's Approach to the Thumb Abductor Tendons 19 Carpal Tunnel Approach 20 Russe Approach 21 Approach to the Ulnar Nerve (Guyon's Canal) Section VI Hand 22 Approach to the Lateral (Thenar) Midpalmar Space 23 Dorsal Approach to the Metacarpophalangeal Joint 24 Volar Approach to the Basal Joint of the Thumb (for Bennett's Fracture) 25 Dorsal Approach to the Basal Joint of the Thumb 26 Gamekeeper's Thumb Approach to the Thumb Metacarpophalangeal Joint 27 Dorsal Approach to the Fingers 28 Volar Approach to the Flexor Tendons 29 Paronychium Approach Section VII Hip 30 Anterolateral (Watson-Jones) Approach 31 Anterior (Smith-Peterson) Approach 32 Medial Approach to the Hip and the Proximal Thigh 33 Posterolateral (Gibson) Approach 34 Lateral Approach to the Hip and Proximal Femur Section VIII Thigh 35 Anterior Approach to the Distal Thigh and Femur 36 Medial Approach to the Distal Thigh and Femur 37 Lateral Approach to the Distal Thigh Section IX Knee 38 Anterior Approach 39 Posterior Approach 40 Medial Approach 41 Lateral Approach Section X Lower Leg 42 Anterolateral Approach to the Tibia 43 Posteromedial Approach to the Calf 44 Lateral Approach to the Fibula Section XI Ankle 45 Tarsal Tunnel Approach 46 Posteromedial Approach 47 Anterior Approach 48 Anterolateral Approach to the Ankle Ligaments 49 Approach to the Subtalar Joint (Oilier Approach) Section XII Foot 50 Medial Approach to the Midfoot 51 Plantar Fascial Approach 52 Plantar Metatarsal Head Approach 53 Intermetatarsal (Dorsal Web) Approach 54 Dorsomedial Approach to the First Toe and Metatarsophalangeal Joint 55 Plantar Approach to the Toe Flexors Section XIII Spine 56 Anterior Approach to the Cervical Spine 57 Posterior Approach to the Occipitocervical Junction and Cervical Spine 58 Lateral Extracavitary/Lateral Parascapular Approach to the Thoracic Spine 59 Posterior Approach to the Thoracic Spine 60 Posterior Approach to the Lumbar Spine 61 Posterior Approach to the Iliac Crest