Previous ed.: 2008.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This textbook of ophthalmology is suitable as a practical introduction for students and as a clinically focused quick reference or refresher for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and primary care clinicians. It covers the diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases of the eye. The classic reference covering the diagnosis and treatment of all major ophthalmic diseases, as well as neurological and systemic diseases causing visual disturbance-extensively revised and updated Features State-of-the-art coverage of diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions for the full range of ophthalmic disorders Chapters dedicated to ophthalmic therapeutics, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular disorders associated with systemic diseases, immunologic diseases of the eye, pediatrics, genetics, preventive ophthalmology and lasers The latest clinical perspectives on such topics as: Treatments for age-related macular degeneration, including anti-VEGF therapies Intraocular steroid injections for retinal diseases Immunomodulatory drugs Treatment of corneal infections Medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma Detailed appendices on visual standards, practical factors in illumination, rehabilitation of the visually handicapped, and special services available to the blind Latest references

Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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