Benzel's Spine Surgery, 2-Volume Set: Techniques, Complication Avoidance and Management 5th Edition

Widely regarded as the definitive reference in spine surgery, Benzel’s Spine Surgery: Techniques, Complication Avoidance and Management, 5th Edition delivers authoritative, peer-reviewed content from globally respected neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons. This two-volume masterwork offers unparalleled, step-by-step guidance on the evaluation, surgical and nonsurgical treatment, and comprehensive management of spinal disorders. Significantly updated and expanded, this edition reflects the latest advances in spinal techniques, minimally invasive surgery, motion preservation, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and predictive analytics.

Thoroughly reorganized and clearly structured, the text promotes an integrated understanding of spine disease—from pathophysiology to postoperative care—making it an indispensable resource for residents, fellows, and practicing spine surgeons aiming to enhance clinical outcomes and avoid complications.

Key Features:

• Expert Global Contributors: Written and edited by internationally renowned neurosurgical and orthopedic spine experts, ensuring a multidisciplinary, balanced perspective.

• Comprehensive Clinical Scope: Covers fundamental principles, spinal biomechanics, applied anatomy, instrumentation, and both surgical and non-surgical management of spinal disorders.

• Minimally Invasive Emphasis: Features significantly expanded content on less invasive approaches, including endoscopic and robotic-assisted spine surgery.

• Clinical Decision-Making Tools: New chapter-opening key points and decision-making algorithms streamline diagnosis and treatment planning.

• Focus on Future Trends: Discusses contemporary topics such as health economics, the integration of AI and predictive models in clinical decision-making, and the evolving landscape of spine surgery.

• Advanced Techniques and Innovations: Detailed exploration of techniques like anterior subaxial cervical fusion, en bloc spondylectomy, lumbosacropelvic fixation, biologics in fusion, and cervical total disc replacement.

• Educational Visuals and Media: Includes over 1,500 detailed illustrations and intraoperative photos, plus new procedural videos demonstrating cutting-edge techniques.