The writers, section editors, and I are very proud to bring you OKU 10. In many ways, this volume builds on and improves the outstanding previous editions. The Principles of Orthopaedics and Systemic Disorders sections give the reader a basic science and medical foundation, as well as synopsis chapters on essential issues of our practice: patient safety, communication skills, evidence- based medicine, and practice management.
The remaining sections-Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Spine, and Pediatrics- cover the injuries and conditions we treat, each with numerically cited references and an annotated reference list. One new addition: we have incorporated the AAOS Clinical Practice Guidelines wherever appropriate. In total, OKU 10 delivers the most up-to-date, concise summary of the standard of care for orthopaedics.