Part I. Background and Assessment of Post-Traumatic Arthritis
Chapter 1: The Role of TGF-β in Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis
Chapter 2: Imaging Modalities for Post-Traumatic Arthritis
Chapter 3: Economic Implications of Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Hip and Knee
Part II. Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Upper Extremity
Chapter 4: Post-Traumatic Glenohumeral Arthritis
Chapter 5: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Elbow
Chapter 6: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Wrist
Chapter 7: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Hand
Part III. Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Lower Extremity
Chapter 8: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Acetabulum
Chapter 9: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Proximal Femur
Chapter 10: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Distal Femur
Chapter 11: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Proximal Tibia
Chapter 12: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Ankle
Chapter 13: Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Foot.
Savyasachi C. Thakkar, MD, Assistant Professor, Hip & Knee Reconstruction Surgery Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia, MD, USA
Erik A. Hasenboehler, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Division of Adult and Trauma Surgery, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
The incidence and prevalence of post-traumatic arthritis (PTA) is increasing globally due to longevity of life and increased activity and injuries. Compared to the non-traumatic etiology of arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis differs in presentation, severity and complexity of management.
This book illustrates all pertinent facets of post-traumatic arthritis, from the basic science and diagnostic modalities to their management and outcomes. The opening section reviews the current scientific literature on PTA and presents the preferred imaging techniques and interpretation methods. A unique chapter on the economic impact of PTA is also included here. The subsequent two sections discuss both the upper and lower extremity, respectively, with each joint covered in a dedicated chapter of its own, describing the mechanisms of injury, assessment, management strategies and outcomes. Case material provides real-world context for the concepts and techniques presented, supported by generous radiology and intraoperative photos and figures.
With Post-Traumatic Arthritis, orthopedic surgeons, as well as trauma surgeons, rheumatologists and associated clinical staff, will receive a comprehensive framework on which to base their clinical decisions and enhance their post-operative outcomes.