This is the 14th edition of Adam's Outline of Orthopaedics, a classic textbook first published in 1956. This edition was published in 2010 and is the first edition not directly overseen by John Crawford Adams, though he contributed an introductory note.
The organization of the book remains largely the same, with the first part covering general principles of diagnosis and treatment and the second part surveying orthopedic disorders. The third part addresses regional orthopedic issues.
The authors have managed to extract the essentials of each condition while still providing enough detail for important and life-threatening diseases. A new chapter on imaging was contributed by Dr. Nigel Raby.
Overall the book provides an up-to-date yet concise overview of orthopedics suitable for undergraduate students up to the registrar level. The text has been carefully revised while still retaining the clarity and focus of previous editions.
The reviewer notes that the book has only increased by 60 pages despite the rapid expansion of orthopedics, highlighting the authors' adherence to the essentials. The illustrations are of good quality overall.
In summary, the 14th edition of Adam's Outline of Orthopaedics provides a comprehensive yet concise account of orthopedics, updated with the latest information while maintaining the clarity and focus of previous editions.