
audiobook
by Alexander Miles, Alexis Thomson
A thorough, practical guide for anyone working with injuries of the limbs, head, and neck, this volume walks readers through the essential principles of diagnosis, reduction, and fixation. It starts with clear explanations of bone anatomy and common fracture patterns, then moves to step‑by‑step techniques for managing dislocations, splinting, and operative approaches. Each section balances detailed description with the clinical reasoning needed to choose the right treatment.
Richly illustrated throughout, the book features more than 280 drawings that bring complex procedures to life, from the nuances of shoulder reduction to the intricacies of pelvic fractures. Updated for its sixth edition, the text reflects the latest standards of early‑20th‑century surgery while remaining accessible to both students and seasoned practitioners. Whether you’re reviewing basics or refining your operative skills, the manual serves as a reliable, hands‑on reference for the challenges of extremity, head, and neck surgery.
Language
en
Duration
~22 hours (1286K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Chris Logan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2009-03-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

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