Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2025!Part of the popular Orthopaedic Knowledge Update® series, this comprehensive orthopaedic resource covers all aspects of the latest advances in shoulder and elbow care in a single, convenient volume. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and edited by Gregory P. Nicholson, MD, FAAOS, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Shoulder and Elbow 6 reflects cutting-edge research and advances in the field written since the last volume published in 2020. Written and edited by leading orthopaedic surgeons and specialists, this text will be a valuable resource for practicing orthopaedic surgeons and shoulder and elbow specialists, as well as residents and fellows. Covers the latest advances in this rapidly expanding and evolving field along with updated information and important findings published in the literature from 2020 to 2024 Features new chapters on Head-Depressing Surgery for Rotator Cuff Deficiency Without Arthritis; Outpatient Shoulder Arthroplasty; Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty With Aspherical Head and Inlay Glenoid; and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Update on Complications, Outcomes, Longevity, and Translational Radiographic Data Provides evidence-based information, reinforced by recent prospective and randomized studies. Surgical techniques, special problems, and controversial topics are also presented Each of the 50 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies Sections are: Each of the 50 chapters includes an annotated reference list that summarizes recent relevant studies Sections are: Basic Science Instability and Athletic Injuries The Rotator Cuff Arthroscopy Arthritis and Arthroplasty Trauma and Fractures Elbow Trauma, Fracture, and Reconstruction Miscellaneous Shoulder and Elbow Topics A must-have for the shoulder and elbow surgeon, subspecialist, residents, and fellows
