Total Knee Arthroplasty 2.0 : What CAS can add to the Surgery

This book is a concise guide to the role of computer assisted surgery (CAS) in total knee replacement for orthopaedic surgeons. The text begins with an explanation of knee anatomy, followed by discussion on digital planning for total knee replacement. The next chapters cover the various approaches to the knee joint based on individual disorders, and describes the importance of accurate navigation and how to interpret information provided by the computer during surgery. Includes CD ROM demonstrating surgical techniques.

This book is a concise guide to the role of computer assisted surgery (CAS) in total knee replacement for orthopaedic surgeons.

Divided into five sections, the text begins with an explanation of knee anatomy, followed by discussion on digital planning for total knee replacement.

The next chapters cover the various approaches to the knee joint based on individual disorders, and describes the importance of accurate navigation and how to interpret information provided by the computer during surgery.

Authored by recognised experts in the field, the book is accompanied by a CD ROM demonstrating techniques, as well as nearly 100 clinical and radiological images.

Key points

• Concise guide to role of computer assisted surgery (CAS) in total knee replacement
• Clear explanation of importance of accurate navigation and interpretation of information provided by the computer
• Internationally recognised author team
• Includes CD ROM demonstrating surgical techniques