Die Handchirurgie 2nd Edition

Die Handchirurgie is a comprehensive German-language reference for hand surgery, covering the full breadth of the specialty from fundamental principles to the performance of complex operations. Its structured layout and design help readers quickly capture the essential aspects of each topic, with detailed presentations of all relevant and common methods including anatomy, etiology, pathogenesis, classification, procedure, and aftercare.

More than 1,100 informative photographs and drawings illustrate what matters in practice, and dedicated sections on the author's preferred method show how experienced colleagues approach each procedure. Written by leading experts in the German-speaking world under the patronage of the German Society for Hand Surgery, the second edition adds numerous outstanding drawings and features completely new chapters on tendon surgery, postoperative rehabilitation, endoprosthetics, malformations, infections, and nerve surgery.

The book is intended for specialists with the additional designation of hand surgery, specialists in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, and specialists in orthopedics and trauma surgery. The second edition also includes approximately 25 videos that explain diagnostic tests, demonstrate options for prosthetic fitting, and document the healing process of affected patients, making it a practical resource for both training and daily clinical reference.

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