McRae's Orthopaedic Trauma and Emergency Fracture Management is the essential, best-selling 'survival guide' for the orthopaedic surgeon, trainee, resident or practitioner treating injured patients in the Emergency or Orthopaedic Department.
This fourth edition has been extensively updated and rewritten, retaining the essence and underlying principles of McRae's original book, but with new text and illustrations to ensure it remains at the cutting edge.
This highly regarded book is a companion to McRae's Elective Orthopaedics, and together these titles provide complete coverage of orthopaedic surgery as relevant to contemporary practice.
Comprehensive coverage of the full range of orthopaedic trauma presentations in the Emergency Department, operating theatre, and outpatient clinic
Clear step-by-step illustrations and text guide you through the relevant anatomy, examination, and investigations before you see the patient
More than 500 illustrations and 250 x-rays
Practical procedures, including fracture and joint reduction and immobilisation, explained step-by-step
Careful descriptions of the principals of trauma surgery and individual surgical procedures provide excellent preparation for the trauma meeting and operating theatre
Covers postoperative care, complications and follow-up, providing a framework for your fracture clinic New section on theatre preparation and set-up, introducing TULIPS, and helping to manage and prepare for the trauma list
An excellent resource for anyone involved in trauma care. The book is organized in a way that’s easy to follow, making it ideal for quick reference in emergency situations. The authors do a fantastic job of explaining both basic and complex fracture management principles, with clear illustrations and step-by-step guides that make the material accessible. It’s particularly useful for residents and emergency physicians who need to make quick, informed decisions. Highly recommended for anyone working in trauma or emergency orthopedics.