{"id":"14031e4b-6f8e-4999-8e54-cfb7605d373b","slug":"handbook-of-spine-surgery","title":"Handbook of Spine Surgery","authors":["Nancy E. Epstein"],"abstract":"Background: The Handbook of Spine Surgery, published by Thieme Medical Publishers Inc. in 2012, offers a comprehensive overview of spinal surgery. It is edited by Dr. Ali A. Baaj and colleagues, featuring contributions from 85 authors, primarily neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons. Methods: The handbook covers four major topics: clinical spinal anatomy, clinical spine surgery, spinal pathology, and surgical techniques. Each chapter typically spans 6–8 pages and includes sections such as Key Points, Common Clinical Questions, and a list of relevant references. Results: The quality of illustrations and neurodiagnostic studies varies, with MR and CT studies generally rated as good to excellent, while plain X-ray studies are deemed substandard. The chapters provide balanced views on operative procedures, although the discussion on complications related to minimally invasive surgery is limited. Conclusion: Overall, the Handbook of Spine Surgery serves as a solid introductory resource for residents and practitioners in the field. However, readers are encouraged to consult additional academic texts for a deeper understanding of spinal disorders. Keywords: spine surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, surgical techniques, spinal pathology, clinical anatomy, minimally invasive surgery","thumbnailUrl":"https://sni-digital-videos.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/14031e4b-6f8e-4999-8e54-cfb7605d373b/featured/hero-1782421004610.png","publishDate":"2012-01-21T00:00:00.000Z","doi":null,"categories":["Original Article"],"fullTextUrl":"http://sni.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/3278/SNI-3-8.pdf"}