BookPeifu Tang, Kejian Wu, Zhongguo Fu, Hua Chen, Yixin Zhang, editors.
Summary: This book introduces the surgical suture techniques in orthopaedics. These techniques have been recognized as a crucial part for wound care and surgery-related prognosis. Training of fellows on suture techniques is of great importance. This book provides a standard tutorial on how to be proficient in surgical suture performance. The history and basic concepts are introduced. Important issues when considering suture methods, including site infections, suturing materials, room setups, cosmetics and drainage are also discussed fully. Different types of suture techniques applying to orthopaedic surgeries are presented with illustrations. The author strives to implement the principle that orthopaedic theory should be connected with clinical practice, highlight the application of theoretical knowledge, strengthen the pertinence and practicality of suture techniques, and reflect domestic and international development trends to the greatest extend.
Contents:
The History of Knots and Surgical Suturing
Basics of Orthopaedic Soft Tissue Repairing and Healing
Prevention and Control Measures for Surgical Site Infection
Design and Selection of Surgical Suturing Materials
Basic Technical Training on Orthopaedic Suturing
Orthopaedic Operating Room Setup and Aseptic Technique
Tendon Suturing Technique in Hand Surgery
Achilles Tendon Rupture Suturing Technique
Suturing Technique for Soft Tissue Reconstruction around Upper Limb Joint
Suturing Technique of Incisions after Arthroplasty
Skin Cosmetic Suturing and Irregular Skin Wound Suturing
Suturing Techniques in Microscopic Reconstruction
Suturing Techniques in Spinal Soft Tissue Reconstruction
Orthopaedic Knotting Skills
Orthopaedic Drainage.