Selective exposures in orthopaedic surgery the pelvis / [videorecording] :
Pelvis
John T. Gorczyca, editor
- Rosemont, Ill. : American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2005
- 1 digital video disc (DVD) : sd., col. ; 12 cm. + 1 guide
Anatomy of the pelvis -- Anterior exposures -- Posterior Exposures -- Lateral exposure
Enables the participant to recognize the architecture of the pelvis, this includes the osseous ligamentous, neurologic, vascular, and muscular anatomy; to evaluate how to safely expose pelvic structures using various approaches; to apply techniques for placement of retractors, clamps and surgical implants; to locate, visualize, isolate, tag, retract, and protect the neurovascular structures encountered with each exposure; to understand the indications for each surgical exposure; to anticipate and avoid the operative pitfalls present in each exposure; and to comprehend the principles and details of pelvic wound closure.