This is an atlas of fractures, as demonstrated by x-ray images (radiographs and computed tomography). It is intended for the use of anyone with an interest in fractures.
The 369 cases in this atlas are arranged anatomically. In Chapter 1, we illustrate fractures and dislocations involving the hand, beginning with injuries to the distal phalanges of the fingers, continuing with injuries of the distal interphalangeal, proximal interphalangeal, and metacarpophalangeal joints, and ending with injuries of the carpometacarpal joints. In Chapter 2, we consider fractures and dislocations of the wrist, including fractures and dislocations of the individual carpal bones and combinations of carpal bones, perilunate injuries, radiocarpal injuries, distal radius injuries, and isolated distal radioulnar joint injuries. Chapter 3 begins with forearm injuries, including Galeazzi, Monteggia, and Essex-Lopresti fracture-dislocations, continues with elbow fractures and dislocations, and ends with humeral shaft fractures. In Chapter 4, we illustrate fractures and dislocations about the shoulder and shoulder girdle, including the proximal humerus, scapula, clavicle, and thoracic cage. We show examples of fractures and dislocations of the spine in Chapter 5, beginning with the craniocervical junction, including the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions, and ending with the sacrum. Chapter 6 begins with injuries of the pelvic ring and includes injuries of the acetabulum, hip joint, and proximal femur. In Chapter 7, we show injuries of the femoral shaft and knee. Chapter 8 covers injuries of the lower leg and ankle. In Chapter 9, we illustrate fractures and dislocations of the talus, calcaneus, midfoot, and forefoot, ending with the toes. Chapter 10 is devoted to fractures and dislocations of the face. References are placed at the end of the book.
There are 939 radiologic images presented in this atlas. Most of images are drawn from cases seen at Harborview Medical Center (Seattle, WA) the Level 1 Trauma Center that serves the states of Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho. Additional cases were drawn from the teaching collections of the University of Washington and from the teaching collections of the authors. A few images have been previously published and are used with permission.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Hand
Chapter 2. Wrist
Chapter 3. Forearm, Elbow, and Upper Arm
Chapter 4. Shoulder and Thorax
Chapter 5. Spine
Chapter 6. Pelvis and Hip
Chapter 7. Thigh and Knee
Chapter 8. Lower Leg and Ankle
Chapter 9. Foot
Chapter 10. Face
References
About the Authors:
Felix S. Chew, M.D.
Professor of Radiology
Vice-Chair for Radiology Informatics
Section Head of Musculoskeletal Radiology
University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, WA
Catherine Maldjian, M.D.
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Chief, Musculoskeletal Radiology
Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center
New York, NY
Hyojeong Mulcahy, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Musculoskeletal Radiology
Director of Resident Education in Musculoskeletal Radiology
University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, WA
Christin M. Brown, M.D.
Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy
Senior Fellow and Acting Instructor, Musculoskeletal Radiology
University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, WA