Medical And Surgical Retina

Provides up-to-date and practical coverage of the most recent advances and innovations, controversies and management of medical and surgical retina problems by acknowledged experts in the field. The text is organized according to major clinical problem areas in medical and surgical retina.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the medical and surgical management of retinal diseases and disorders. The new edition has been fully revised and updated to provide clinicians with the latest advances in the field. Divided into 63 chapters, the text begins with an overview of clinical anatomy and physiology of the vitreous and retina, imaging and ultrasonography, and electrophysiology. The following sections cover management of numerous different retinal disorders, from macular dystrophies, retinal arterial occlusion and diabetic macular edema, to giant retinal tears, blunt ocular trauma, cancer associated retinopathies, shaken baby syndrome, and many more. This second edition features the latest developments in diagnostics, clinical management guidelines, instruments and vitreoretinal surgeries. New topics include the emerging role of 3D ‘heads up’ vitreoretinal surgery and microscope integrated optical coherence tomography in retinal surgery. The extensive text is further enhanced by clinical images and illustrations. The previous edition (9789352702947) published in 2018.

An update on the essentials of retina surgery In the new book series ESASO Course Series', the essentials of the courses of the European School for Advanced Studies in Ophthalmology (ESASO) are made available to interested ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians and residents all over the world. In this volume, the seminars on surgical retina presented by renowned experts during ESASO's activities are collected. Many specialists have contributed their knowledge to make this volume a device to give practical support. The topics range from prevention to state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques and the latest surgical treatment options for many eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. This publication provides the ophthalmologist with the main aspects of surgical retina in a simple and practical update.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases and disorders. Divided into nine sections, text begins with an introduction to basic sciences and diagnostics. The following sections provide in depth coverage of both medical and surgical treatment of various disorders – retinal degeneration and fundal dystrophies, macular disease and degeneration, retinal vascular disorders, paediatric retinal disease, choroidal and retinal inflammations, trauma, and problems requiring surgical intervention. The final section discusses miscellaneous conditions such as ocular tumours, toxic and photic retinopathies, and phakomatoses. Highly illustrated with clinical photographs, OCT and angiography images, and tables, the book provides online access to a selection of videos demonstrating surgical procedures covered in the text. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of retinal diseases Covers both medical and surgical treatments Highly illustrated with clinical photographs, OCT and angiography images, and tables Provides online access to videos demonstrating surgical procedures

Knowledge of retinal diseases has radically changed over the past 10 years with the development of both new techniques and instrumentation, with improvements in surgical machines and diagnostic tools. This book reports the latest developments in retinal diseases, from pathogenesis to diagnosis, and both medical and surgical approaches in the management of retinal diseases. The core of the book focuses on developments and new perspectives in the treatment of some retinal diseases. It also discusses the pathophysiology and treatment of retinal diseases, taking biological disease markers into consideration. The indications for surgery have expanded dramatically and inoperable conditions have become amenable to surgical treatment. As such, the book also provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in the surgical approach to many vitreoretinal diseases with the latest developments in surgery of the retina that enable improved surgical outcomes.

This volume in the new Surgical Techniques in Ophthalmology series offers step-by-step authoritative guidance on how to successfully perform basic retina and vitreous surgery for retinal detachments, and epiretinal membranes as well as more involved procedures such as complex scleral buckle for ROP and vitrectomy surgery for PVR. A wealth of full-color illustrations and photographs, tricks of the trade, clinical pearls, and a complete list of instruments and devices help you hone your skills and optimize every outcome. Best of all, a concise format complements the commentary and the surgical procedures on the accompanying DVD show you exactly how to proceed. Covers basic surgical principles as well as more involved procedures such as complex scleral buckle for ROP and vitrectomy surgery for diabetic tractional retinal detachments. vitreous surgery for PVR, ROP, and tumors, so you can refresh your technique or implement new ones. Features 200 full-color illustrations and a bonus DVD containing operative video clips of every vitreoretinal procedure you will need to know, to help you master new procedures, improve outcomes, and learn the latest techniques faster. Discusses post-operative care and potential complications of each surgical procedure, preparing you for any challenges you may face.

Comprehensive guide to latest techniques in vitreoretinal surgery. Includes complete section on paediatric retinal surgery.

A comprehensive and in-depth review by leading experts In the new book series ESASO Course Series, the essentials of the courses of the European School for Advanced Studies in Ophthalmology (ESASO) are made available to interested ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians and residents all over the world. In this first volume, the seminars on retina presented by renowned experts during ESASOs activities are collected. The authors have incorporated their personal experience and full teaching acumen in their respective chapters. The topics range from molecular biology, to state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques and the newest medical treatment options. This book provides the ophthalmologist with the most recent data and evidence-based medicine on medical retina, and includes multiple areas still under debate. Because of its highly specific and updated information, focusing on the pathogenesis and management of retinal diseases, this publication is a must to all retina specialists.