Orthopaedic Surgery Case Files

Orthopaedic Surgery Case Files is organized by Gage Continuing Education (CE).

Overview:
Experience with clinical cases is key to excelling in your rotations and post-graduate training. Case Files: Orthopaedic Surgery gives you 45 true-to-life cases that illustrate concepts critical to managing common musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Each case includes a concise and accurate patient presentation, key exam findings, and clear radiologic images where applicable. Additionally, cases include in-depth discussions of the injury or condition represented, replete with evidence-based practice recommendations, basic procedural tips and techniques, and discussion of potential complications, pitfalls, and ultimate patient outcomes. Review questions and clinical pearls reinforce learning.

Course Description:
On completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
• Explain the importance of clearing the cervical spine in high-energy trauma settings.
• Name the causes of patellar tendon rupture.
• List the radiographic studies which should be ordered for ankle fractures.
• Explain how to perform the Galeazzi test.
• Discuss the anatomy of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL).
• Name the treatment options for cubital tunnel syndrome.
• Explain the importance of patient history, physical exam, and radiologic findings when diagnosing osteosarcoma.
• List four risk factors for developing gout.
• Explain the difference between nutritional and non-nutritional rickets.
• List three risk factors for developing osteoporosis.

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