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In the 'rapid response' world of orthopaedic trauma care, your ability to recognize and manage thoracolumbar fractures properly is critical! Should you operate at all? What levels should you fuse? When is decompression necessary? Is a posterior or an anterior approach more appropriate? At times, the decision seems clear, but frequently the answers are ambiguous. Management of Thoracolumbar Fractures summarizes developments in this evolving area of spine surgery to help you understand the mechanisms of these injuries and proceed with appropriate care. This comprehensive resource provides a strong foundation to help you quickly evaluate and treat these types of fractures, including anatomy and imaging guidelines. You'll review both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options and the best approaches to use for gunshot wounds, osteoporotic compression fractures, and more!