Tuberculosis of the skeletal system (bones, joints, spine and bursal sheaths)

• Main Author: Tuli, S. M. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: New Delhi Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers 2004
• Edition: THIRD EDITION
• Subjects: Tuberculosis, Osteoarticular
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• Physical Description: 381 pages illustrations 25 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9788180612701; 8180612708

With the resurgence of tuberculosis as a global phenomenon, and the prevalence of AIDS worldwide, skeletal tuberculosis is on the increase, both in the West and the developing countries. In the U.K. TB has been on the increase since 1987, up 25% in the past ten years, with 7,000 cases per year, and is still one of the world'’s big killers. Thus with the proliferation of the tubercular source, skeletal TB is also becoming more widespread and therefore new information in dealing with this disease will be very welcome. Now in it'’s third edition this reference book will appeal to orthopaedic surgeons at all levels. It provides a thorough description of the abnormalities of each of the major joints, covers diagnostic methods, treatment methods and surgical techniques. Anshan Publishers is a publisher of fine medical, scientific, and technical books. We find the best titles from our worldwide publishing partners and bring them to the global marketplace