{"product_id":"controversies-in-spine-surgery-mis-alexander-r-vaccaro-9781604068818","title":"Controversies in Spine Surgery, MIS Versus Open: Best Evidence Recommendations","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaster spine surgeons Alexander R. Vaccaro, Richard G. Fessler, and a cadre of esteemed co-editors have compiled the most comprehensive textbook to date detailing minimally invasive spine (MIS) versus open spine surgery techniques. \u003cem\u003eControversies in Spine Surgery, MIS versus OPEN: Best Evidence Recommendations\u003c\/em\u003e features debates by renowned experts on one of the most provocative topics in spine surgery. Twenty-four chapters systematically organized into four sections -- degenerative, trauma, tumor, and other issues, cover procedures and underlying pathologies, backed by a large, diverse body of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMIS and open approaches are thoroughly compared and contrasted in each chapter. Evidence is presented and analyzed in an objective manner with 'opposing sides' presenting differing opinions and techniques, resulting in a synchronous collection of pros and cons. Every chapter is masterfully summed up by the book's editors -- each of whom have varying stances on the topics at hand. This unique 'duel' and 'duet' discussion enables readers to assimilate information, benefit from the balanced harmony between divergent opinions, and reach their own conclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparative risks, benefits, complications, and outcomes for a full spectrum of lumbar, thoracic and cervical procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIS versus open approaches for lumbar stenosis, synovial cysts, lumbar adjacent segment degeneration, degenerative scoliosis, flatback syndrome, thoracic disc herniation, and dural tears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTumor resection and stabilization, quality of life issues, and potential advantages and risks of MIS techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey differences in MIS versus open operations such as radiation exposure and costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis of 3-D navigational imaging to improve outcomes and reduce radiation exposure and operating time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is a tremendous, evidence-based tool to guide spine surgeons as they make important decisions on selecting the most optimal spine surgery techniques. It is a must-have resource for all resident and veteran orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons who specialize in treating patients with spine conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alexander R. Vaccaro\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1604068817\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781604068818\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Thieme Medical Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/02\/2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 264\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.25lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.30h x 8.70w x 0.70d","brand":"Alexander R. Vaccaro","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48447941705983,"sku":"9781604068818","price":166.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_77f0ae36-4548-4a16-a34a-5e03fbb05147.jpg?v=1777235858","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/controversies-in-spine-surgery-mis-alexander-r-vaccaro-9781604068818","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}