Highlights Of Ophthalmology

Modern Ophthalmology: The Highlights is a trilogy describing fifty major subjects in the field of ophthalmology, developed through a period of sixty years. More than 850 images help illustrate the developments throughout the years. The first volume discusses the birth and development of modern ophthalmology, refractive surgery and microsurgery, angiography, retinopathy and much more. Volume two covers the entire field of glaucoma, apoptosis, contact lenses, dry eye, keratoplasty and LASIK. Volume three examines cataract surgery, optical coherence tomography, eye conditions such as uveitis, herpes, cancer, keratitis and strabismus; ophthalmic plastic surgery and more.

Cataracts are a very common condition and over time can lead to blindness if untreated. Cataracts are the most common cause of blindness worldwide. Part of the World Clinics in Ophthalmology series, these two volumes provide an up to date review of cataract management. Beginning with an introduction to preoperative selection for cataract surgery, the following chapters discuss different techniques and their advantages and disadvantages. Volume two includes chapters on cataract surgery in complex situations, combined cataract and glaucoma surgery and new concepts of femtosecond laser. With contributions from specialists in the USA, Spain and South Asia, these two volumes include more than 270 full colour images and illustrations. Each chapter ends with a summary by the Editor-in-Chief. Key points Comprehensive, two volumes presenting complete review of cataract management Examines advantages and disadvantages of numerous techniques Internationally recognised author and editor team