Part of the popular Orthopaedic Knowledge Update® series, this comprehensive orthopaedic resource covers all aspects of the latest innovations in tumor care and optimized treatment in a single, convenient volume. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by Geoffrey W. Siegel, MD, FAAOS, and J.
Sybil Biermann, MD, FAAOS, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Musculoskeletal Tumors 5 reflects cutting-edge research and understanding of the molecular basis of neoplastic disease and optimized treatment options since the last volume published in 2020. Written and edited by leading orthopaedic surgeons and specialists, OKU®: Musculoskeletal Tumors 5 provides deep insight, real-world patient scenarios, and best practices supported by the latest evidence. Offers a multidisciplinary perspective on musculoskeletal tumors, focusing on proven and promising treatments and approaches for this complex area Features new chapters on Molecular Biology in the Clinical Management of Musculoskeletal Neoplasia; Tumorlike Lesions of Soft Tissue; Pseudotumors and Tumorlike Lesions of Bone; Systemic Treatment of Bone Sarcoma; Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor and Synovial Chondromatosis; Pelvic Sarcoma Resection and Reconstruction; and Bone Grafting, Bone Graft Substitutes, and Growth Factors in Reconstruction for Bone Defects Provides evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies, surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics Covers the latest advances in the field along with updated information and important findings published in the literature from 2020 to 2024 Each of the 46 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies Sections are: General Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Tumors Benign Bone Tumors Malignant Primary Bone Tumors Soft-Tissue Tumors Metabolic Disease to Bone Treatment of Bone Tumors A must-have for the orthopaedic surgeon, medical and pediatric oncologist, radiation oncologist, radiologist, pathologist, rehabilitation expert, and subspecialist
