Textbook of Orthopedics, 2e,

Key Features

• Book follows a concise approach to enable quick grasping before an exam; without losing on concepts. This prepares students for MCQs, short notes as well as long questions.

• Accompanying Clinical examination Videos(on MedEnact) helps students in preparing for the practical exam.

• Relevant anatomy given in each section is in accordance with the current integrative approach in medical teaching.

• Highly Illustrated with clear diagrams & images for better understanding of the subject.

• Separate chapter containing exhaustive list of implants; instruments and metallurgy with images for easy recognition is included.

• Chapter on head, chest and abdominal injuries includes management of poly-trauma patients with ATLS approach.

• With the help of digital content, better exposure and practice of key procedures demonstrated

New Features

• Textbook of Orthopedics, 2nd edition has been completely revised and updated and covers all the competencies as per the New CBME curriculum.

• Topics from anatomy, pathology, microbiology, forensic medicine, general medicine & physical medicine have been integrated at relevant sites & marked for reference.

• Communication skills, counseling & informed consent have been included.

• Chapter are edited for crispness which is the hallmark of this book. Flow charts have been added for clarity.

• Chapter on Anatomy of Joints and Joint Affections has been completely rewritten according to NMC guidelines. Chapters on Shoulder and Elbow, Ankle and Foot, Pelvis and Hip Injuries and Spine Injuries and Paraplegia have been completely overhauled. The chapter on bone tumours has been updated on students’ feedback.

• New illustrations are added & many older ones edited

• This will aid for NEXT Exam -2023.

• Procedural skill videos are included for a hand on experience. Newly added videos on Above and below knee cast, Above elbow plaster of paris slab, Above elbow POP cast, Above knee slab, Below elbow slab, Below knee slab, Cramer wire splint, Cuff and Collar sling, Figure of 8 splint for fracture clavicle, Shoulder strap (RJS) and Thomas knee splint.