Karl H. Kraus & James P. Toombs 
External Fixation in Small Animal Practice [PDF ebook] 

External fixation is one of the most versatile treatment options
for fracture repair in small animals. The advantages include
enhancing both the mechanical and biologic environment for optimal
fracture healing. Veterinary external fixation is evolving and
there are now improved techniques, better instrumentation and a
continuing reduction in the incidence of complications. General
veterinary practitioners can master the techniques and equipment
costs are low.

This book offers a highly practical guide to the use of linear
external fixators in small animal practice. Divided into two
sections, the first section reviews essential knowledge and
technical details that underpin the successful treatment of a
clinical case. The second is a collection of case studies
selected to show the range of fracture types and fixator systems
available. Within each case there is discussion of treatment
options and clinical decision-making. Follow-up radiographs then
provide invaluable insight into the normal radiographic appearance
of healing and healed fractures.

The authors have put together an intensely practical book that
will no doubt prove to be the perfect learning tool for the
surgical resident and practising veterinarian.

Key features:

* * A unique approach ensures the book is both practical and easy
to read

* Written to appeal to practising veterinarians world-wide

* Contains over three hundred high quality
radiographs

Structured for detailed study or quick reference

विषयसूची

Section I: Basics of external fixation; Deciding when to use external fixation; Fracture reduction; Pin placement; Instrumentation; Evaluation of postoperative radiography; Bandaging and aftercare; Recheck examinations; Section II: Radius and Ulna; Humerus; Tibia; Femur; Transarticular fixators

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Karl H. Kraus, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS

Professor of surgery and attending surgeon at Tufts
University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Kraus divides his
time between orthopedic practice and research. His research
involves mechanical and cellular influences on bone healing,
biomechanics and biomedical engineering.

James P. Toombs, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS

Professor and Section Head of Small Animal Surgery and Small
Animal Chief-of-Staff at Purdue University Veterinary Teaching
Hospital, Dr. Toombs divides his time among administration,
teaching, clinical practice, and research. His research interests
include orthopedic implants, fracture fixation techniques, and
treatment of spinal cord injury.

Malcolm G. Ness, BVet Med, Cert SAO, DECVS, FRCVS

Malcolm Ness is founding partner and senior surgeon at Croft
Veterinary Hospital, Northumberland – a primary care and
referral practice in the North of England. His time is spent in the
practice or teaching of orthopedic surgery and associated clinical
research projects.