Orthopaedic Knowledge Update: Foot and Ankle 5

OKU: Foot and Ankle 5 provides a precise blend of relevant information, the current application of knowledge, and supporting references in an all-inclusive foot and ankle resource that will carry you from pre- to post-op, and everything in between.

Developed in partnership with the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society® (AOFAS), this comprehensive resource spans all facets of foot and ankle surgery, with concentrated coverage of significant developments from the past five years, condensed into a single volume for your convenience.

Find evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies, on biomechanics and surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics, including:

• Ankle arthritis—expanded into two chapters! Includes joint preservation techniques, arthrodesis, and total ankle arthroplasty
• Osteochondral lesions of the talus
• Calcaneal fractures
• Talus fractures
• Sports injuries, disorders of the Achilles and peroneal tendons
• Ankle and foot arthroscopy, including tendoscopy

Chapters are written, edited, and peer reviewed by dedicated foot and ankle surgeons—all experts in the field. The result is a complete guide to the diagnosis, treatment and management of orthopaedic foot and ankle injuries and disorders, supported by the latest evidence.

Sections are:

• General Foot and Ankle Topics
• Neuromuscular Disease
• Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
• The Forefoot
• Special Problems of the Foot and Ankle
• Foot and Ankle Trauma
• Tendon Disorders and Sports-Related Foot and Ankle Injuries

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This review is published by Doody Enterprises, Inc.
Score: 90 - 4 Stars

Reviewer
Mark R Hutchinson, MD
(University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine)

Description
The Orthopaedic Knowledge Update series from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has become the go-to review and reference to maintain currency in the field of orthopedics or to prepare for in-training, boards, and recertification examinations. This subspecialty edition is dedicated to issues of the foot and ankle and is coproduced by the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society. Timely updates such as this are invaluable.

Purpose
According to the editor, the purpose is to provide a comprehensive evaluation and summary that orthopedic surgeons should find helpful in keeping current with the literature and providing care for their patients.

Audience
The intended audience is obviously residents in training, fellows, and established orthopedic surgeons. It will have a particular appeal for those preparing for an exam. The editor has brought together a talented group of well-known foot and ankle experts as well as younger, up-and-coming superstars. This author mix helps to provide a nice blend of foundational standards and the most current thoughts in the literature.

Features
The broad review is broken down sequentially, as expected, with subsections of anatomy and general foot and ankle issues, neuromuscular issues related to foot and ankle problems, degenerative causes, problems of the forefoot, trauma, sports-related issues, and an eclectic mix of special issues including tumors, amputations, and nail and skin issues peculiar to the foot and ankle.

Assessment
Overall, this is a wonderful review that is a helpful addition to the orthopedic library. I recommend it strongly as an extension of the OKU series. This book and the entire OKU series provide a great foundation for review and preparation for all exams as well as a great way to keep current.