Anatomy & embryology of the eye -- Ophthalmologic examination -- Ophthalmic emergencies -- Lids & lacrimal apparatus -- Conjunctiva & tears -- Cornea -- Uveal tract & sclera -- Lens -- Vitreous -- Retina -- Glaucoma -- Strabismus -- Orbit -- Neuro-ophthalmology -- Ocular disorders associated with systemic diseases -- Immunologic diseases of the eye -- Special subjects of pediatric interest -- Ophthalmic genetics -- Ophthalmic trauma -- Causes and prevention of vision loss -- Optics & refraction -- Ophthalmic therapeutics -- Lasers in ophthalmology -- Low vision -- Vision rehabilitation.
Summary:
The most concise, current, and comprehensive overview of general ophthalmology . extensively revised and updated. For five decades, General Ophthalmology has offered authoritative, state-of-the-art coverage of the diagnosis and treatment of all major ophthalmic diseases, as well as neurological and systemic diseases causing visual disturbances. The eighteenth edition builds on this tradition of excellence by offering an increased number of color illustrations, new chapters, and major revisions of existing chapters. To deliver all-inclusive coverage that encompasses pathophysiology, basic science, and the latest clinical perspectives. A must-read for medical students, ophthalmology residents, practicing ophthalmologists, nurses, optometrists, clinicians in other fields of medicine and surgery, and health-related professionals.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.