The Complete Guide To Refractive Surgery

Refractive surgery is eye surgery to improve the refractive state of the eye and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. The most common type of refractive surgery uses lasers to reshape the curvature of the cornea. This book is a practical guide to the latest advances in refractive surgery procedures. Beginning with an introduction to the evolution of refractive surgery, the next section discusses pre-operative workup, patient evaluation, and decision making. The following sections cover different refractive procedures including corneal ablative, refractive lenticule extraction, lens-based surgeries, enhancements and retreatments, and presbyopia (a condition associated with aging). The final section covers a selection of miscellaneous topics such as bioptics, collagen cross-linking, intracorneal ring segments, incisional surgery, and challenging scenarios. Each section is highly illustrated and provides in depth detail on machines and laser platforms, surgical techniques, outcomes, and potential complications and their management. Key points Practical guide to latest advances in refractive surgery Covers numerous different procedures In depth detail on techniques, outcomes, equipment and complications Highly illustrated with clinical photographs and figures

At last, a consumer's guide for anyone afflicted with nearsightedness, farsightedness, & astigmatism. Everything you need to know, from learning the difference between an ophthalmologist & an optician...to diagnosing refractive problems...to deciding which corrective method best suits you & your lifestyle. THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO REFRACTIVE SURGERY offers insights into the developments of RK surgery in the U.S.S.R. (& subsequent refinements in the United States), the development in Mexico of surgical procedures to correct farsightedness & astigmatism, the controversial Excimer laser procedure, & the status of other surgical & non-surgical treatments. Based largely on the surgical practice of author, Dr. Stanley C. Grandon, Director of the Eye Surgery Institute, Dearborn, MI, one of the world's leading refractive surgeons. THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO REFRACTIVE SURGERY replaces GOOD-BYE, GLASSES, written by co-author Susan Giffin (formerly Abbas) & published by Patton Publ. in 1990, as a complete guide to radial keratotomy (RK). THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO REFRACTIVE SURGERY is an interesting, enlightening, & helpful guide to good vision & how you can achieve it. Order from Patton Publishing, P.O. Box 7365, Dearborn, MI 48126; 313-584-7223.

Refractive surgery is eye surgery to improve the refractive state of the eye and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. The most common type of refractive surgery uses lasers to reshape the curvature of the cornea. This book is a comprehensive guide to refractive surgery. Presented in five steps, it begins with discussion on corneal imaging and its clinical application. The second step examines key refractive procedures and step three offers advice on rules and guidelines for refractive surgery. Step four is a guide to actually starting the procedure and avoidable complications. The final section describes a clinical case study. Enhanced by nearly 500 high quality images, diagrams and tables, each chapter includes key points and clinical tips to assist understanding. Key points Comprehensive guide to refractive surgery Presented in step by step format Key points and clinical tips in each chapter Includes nearly 500 images, diagrams and tables

Describes the vision corrective surgeries LASIK, PRK, and RK; explains the benefits and risks involved with them; and gives advice for choosing the right procedure and the right surgeon.

Astigmatism means the eye is shaped like a rugby ball so light is focused at more than one place in the eye. It is associated with short or long sightedness and can cause blurry vision, headaches and eye strain. Astigmatism is usually corrected with glasses or contact lenses. This book is a complete guide to the surgical management of astigmatism. Based on scientific evidence and practice, the text covers numerous diagnostic and treatment techniques for both regular and irregular astigmatism, including laser surgery and incisional and intraocular lenses. Each procedure is explained in detail describing new diagnostic technologies, patient selection, methods and limitations across applications. Authored by an internationally recognised team of experts, the comprehensive text is further enhanced by more than 350 clinical photographs, diagrams and figures. Key points Complete guide to surgical management of astigmatism Covers techniques for both regular and irregular astigmatism including laser surgery Internationally recognised team of expert authors Highly illustrated with clinical photographs, diagrams and figures

The quintessential, reader-friendly guide to refractive cataract surgery (RCS) fundamentals An estimated 3.6 million cataract surgeries are performed annually in the U.S. Significant advances in IOL technology and techniques have been made in the last two decades. Concurrently, this has given rise to a growing desire among cataract patients to correct preexisting refractive errors with the goal of reducing or eliminating reliance on glasses/contact lenses. Recent surveys have shown that ophthalmology residents and many practicing cataract surgeons receive inadequate training in RCS, including astigmatism and presbyopia correction. The Art of Refractive Cataract Surgery: For Residents, Fellows, and Beginners edited by renowned cataract experts Fuxiang Zhang, Alan Sugar, and Lisa Brothers Arbisser fills a gap in the literature. This the first book specifically written for students, with uniquely focused chapters based on residents' and junior colleagues' questions and refined by their real feedback. Featuring contributions from a carefully curated team of distinguished refractive cataract surgeons, this reader-friendly book provides expert insights on essential principles and how-to surgical guidance for diverse types of premium IOLs. Clearly-defined basic and fundamental knowledge and applications provide ample inspiration for trainees and early-career refractive cataract surgeons to ford the challenging river of learning curves. Each premium IOL chapter includes candidate selection criteria, contraindications, and evidence-based pearls to inform surgical decision-making, prevent complications, and improve patient outcomes. Key Highlights Twenty-three chapters cover a full spectrum of contemporary refractive cataract surgery topics, including Topography/LRI/Toric/MFIOL/EDOF/Trifocal/Monovision/Piggyback/ORA/FLACS Detailed prerequisite of surgical pearls helps ensure optimal outcomes for every cataract surgery More than 20 procedural videos provide clinical insights on specific techniques High-yield tables, charts, and illustrations enable rapid acquisition of key information The authors believe that this unique resource has great value for residents, fellows, and early-career refractive cataract surgeons who wish to incorporate this facet of ophthalmology into practice or improve their RCS skills.

Do you want to see well — without glasses or contact lenses? If you have been considering laser eye surgery, here is the definitive guide to the procedure that nearly one million Americans have each year. Written by the doctor who first performed LASIK in the United States, this comprehensive book answers all your questions and alleviates any fears you might have about this safe, effective, and exciting way to restore your vision. Inside you’ll discover: • How LASIK, PRK, and other corrective surgeries are performed, and which are right for you • Who gets the best results from surgery ... and who isn’t a candidate • The risks, side effects, and precautions you need to know • How to choose the right procedure • How to find the best surgeon ... and if you should go to a “mall” clinic • And much more