Heterotopic Ossification: Basic Science, General Principles & Clinical Correlates in Orthopedic Surgery

Heterotopic Ossification:: Basic Science, General Principles, and Clinical Correlates in Orthopedic Surgery is a comprehensive, informative approach to understanding the basics through the detailed complexities of heterotopic ossification (HO). The chapters in this book are structured into three main sections:: (1) general principles of heterotopic ossification; (2) heterotopic ossification in major anatomic joints; and (3) additional topics and specifics of heterotopic ossification. Each individual chapter is a contribution from a leading expert in the respective subtopic of HO. As a cohesive unit, this book provides a complete reference for students, scientists, clinicians and orthopedic surgeons who find interest in HO or encounter it in the course of patient care.