AO Principles of Fracture Management Vol.1: Principles, Vol.2: Specific fractures

📘 AO Principles of Fracture Management

Title: AO Principles of Fracture Management
Editors: Richard Buckley, Christopher G. Moran, Theerachai Apivatthakakul
Publisher: Thieme / AO Foundation
Edition: 3rd Edition (2018)
ISBN: 9783132444737
Format: PDF, ~1058 pages, 2500+ illustrations & images

VIDEO : You can access videos by scanning QR codes in the books

🧠 Overview

This is the definitive reference work on fracture treatment used worldwide by trauma and orthopaedic surgeons. It presents the AO philosophy and evidence‑based principles that guide modern fracture care. The book is divided into two major volumes: Principles and Specific Fractures, making it both a conceptual guide and a practical surgical reference.

📚 Main Structure & Content

🧩 Volume 1 — Principles

Focuses on the foundational framework of fracture management:

1. AO Philosophy & Evolution

2. Biology & Biomechanics of Bone Healing

3. Implants, Materials & Biotechnology

4. Fracture Classification & Soft Tissue Evaluation

5. Decision‑Making & Planning

   • Principles of diaphyseal & articular fracture management

   • Preoperative planning

6. Reduction & Fixation Techniques

   • Surgical reduction

   • Minimally invasive osteosynthesis

   • Screws, plates, intramedullary nailing, external fixation

7. General Topics in Trauma

   • Polytrauma care

   • Open fractures

   • Pediatric fractures

   • Antibiotic & thromboembolism prophylaxis

   • Orthogeriatric & fragility fracture care

8. Complications

   • Nonunion, malunion

   • Acute & chronic infection

   • Other adverse outcomes

🦴 Volume 2 — Specific Fractures

Comprehensive coverage by anatomical region:

• Scapula & Clavicle

• Humerus (proximal, shaft, distal)

• Forearm & Hand

• Pelvis & Acetabulum

  • Pelvic ring

  • Acetabular fractures

• Femur & Periprosthetic Fractures

• Knee (including dislocations)

• Tibia (proximal, shaft, distal/pilon)

• Ankle & Foot

• …and other extremity regions

🔑 Key Features

• Global AO Trauma Standard: Reflects international consensus on fracture care principles.

• Extensive Visuals: Over 2,100 illustrations and intraoperative photos support learning.

• Multimedia Integration: Access to 250+ video presentations and online educational resources (e.g., AO Surgery Reference, webinars) via QR codes.

• Updated Content: New chapters on periprosthetic fractures, knee dislocations, fragility fractures, and orthogeriatric care.

• Practical Even for OR Use: Guides operative planning, fixation strategy, and management of complications.

🎯 Who It’s For

• Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeons

• Residents & Fellows in Orthopaedic Trauma

• Trauma Course Educators & Faculty

• Operating Room Personnel involved in fracture care

🧠 Why This Book Matters

• Serves as the core educational text for AO trauma courses globally.

• Combines foundational theory with practical surgical technique, suitable for both learners and experienced surgeons.

• Integrates discussion of emerging challenges—like fragility fractures in aging populations—within the framework of classic fracture principles.