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Hip surgery: Materials and developments
The Journal of Arthroplasty Vol. 13 No. 5 1998
Book Review Hip Surgery: Materials and D e v e l o p m e n t s . Edited by Laurent Sedel and Miguel E. Cabanela, Martin Dunitz Ltd., London, England, 1988, 405 pp. Although the title of this book is Hip Surgery, there is an overwhelming emphasis on total hip replacement. The book has an international flavor--a large number of European and Japanese contributors provide an in-depth evaluation of procedures and techniques. Many American physicians are unfamiliar with pelvic osteotomy, ceramic-on-ceramic hip replacement, and metal-on-metal bearing surfaces; consequently, they should find this book very interesting. The description of techniques is generally understandable, and useful suggestions are provided by the experts. The artwork and illustrations are adequate. However, there are a few disappointments. For example, the chapter entitled "Revision Hip Arthroplasty: Surgical Approaches" has no illustrations. The book is organized so that the first section deals with the basic science of joint replacement and pathology of hip disease. Although the information on pathophysiology is limited, this section is well written and well-illustrated. Subsequently, specialized techniques are described comprehensively. This is the strongest section of the book. In this technique section, renowned investigators give a detailed account of procedures and techniques they have pioneered. A final thought-provoking section on current problems and solutions in total hip replacement completes the book. The references are satisfactory, and the index is well organized. This is a good book for students of adult reconstructive surgery. However, even seasoned veterans would appreciate the insider information provided by some of the expert contributors. Peter F. Sharkey, MD
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Rothman Institute at Jefferson Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
607
Book Review Hip Surgery: Materials and D e v e l o p m e n t s . Edited by Laurent Sedel and Miguel E. Cabanela, Martin Dunitz Ltd., London, England, 1988, 405 pp. Although the title of this book is Hip Surgery, there is an overwhelming emphasis on total hip replacement. The book has an international flavor--a large number of European and Japanese contributors provide an in-depth evaluation of procedures and techniques. Many American physicians are unfamiliar with pelvic osteotomy, ceramic-on-ceramic hip replacement, and metal-on-metal bearing surfaces; consequently, they should find this book very interesting. The description of techniques is generally understandable, and useful suggestions are provided by the experts. The artwork and illustrations are adequate. However, there are a few disappointments. For example, the chapter entitled "Revision Hip Arthroplasty: Surgical Approaches" has no illustrations. The book is organized so that the first section deals with the basic science of joint replacement and pathology of hip disease. Although the information on pathophysiology is limited, this section is well written and well-illustrated. Subsequently, specialized techniques are described comprehensively. This is the strongest section of the book. In this technique section, renowned investigators give a detailed account of procedures and techniques they have pioneered. A final thought-provoking section on current problems and solutions in total hip replacement completes the book. The references are satisfactory, and the index is well organized. This is a good book for students of adult reconstructive surgery. However, even seasoned veterans would appreciate the insider information provided by some of the expert contributors. Peter F. Sharkey, MD
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Rothman Institute at Jefferson Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
607