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This well-illustrated book presents the state of the art in suture materials and provides clear, step-by-step guidance on how to tie the most frequently used knots. The opening section addresses terminological issues and describes how the biological and mechanical properties of suture materials may impact on healing potential. The basics of knot biomechanics are explained, highlighting the risk of failure of knots and sutures if their capacities are exceeded. Subsequent sections give precise instructions on the tying techniques for the various open and arthroscopic knots, including the square knot, the surgeon's knot, half hitches, and sliding and non-sliding knots. The special instruments available to facilitate the tying of arthroscopic knots are thoroughly discussed, equipping the surgeon with the knowledge required to ensure optimal handling of the soft tissues and manipulation of sutures in arthroscopic surgery. A literature review on suture materials and arthroscopic knots completes the coverage. This book is published in cooperation with ESSKA. It will be a valuable instruction manual for surgeons in training and will supply more experienced surgeons with an excellent update that will further enhance their practice.Product Identifiers
PublisherSpringer-Verlag Berlin AND Heidelberg Gmbh & Co. KG
ISBN-139783662585689
eBay Product ID (ePID)15046580979
Product Key Features
Number of Pages193 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameKnots in Orthopedic Surgery: Open and Arthroscopic Techniques
Publication Year2019
SubjectNursing, Surgery
TypeTextbook
AuthorJoao Espregueira-Mendes, Umut Akgun, Pietro S. Randelli, Mustafa Karahan
Subject AreaSports Medicine
Dimensions
Item Height254 mm
Item Weight561 g
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EditorUmut Akgun, Mustafa Karahan, Pietro S. Randelli, Joao Espregueira-Mendes
Country/Region of ManufactureGermany