Review of Ophthalmology 2/e
Macular Surgery 2/e
Case Reviews in Ophthalmology
A Complete Surgical Guide for Correcting Astigmatism
An Ophthalmic Manifesto
- Author:
- Gills J.P.
- Publisher:
- SLACK Incorporated
- ISBN:
- 9781556426124
- Pages:
- 250
- Product type:
- Book
- Topic:
- Medico-Surgical Specialities » Ophthalmology » Ophthalmic surgery
- Publication date:
- January 2004
- Price:
- € 144.50
This work deals with the surgical correction of this refractive error. Surgeons seeking to refine
their corrective procedures will benefit greatly from the techniques presented.
Ophthalmologists should find this text useful as a reference for learning the basics for
managing this condition. Toric IOLs, laser and incisional techniques, and upcoming toric IOL
technology are examples of procedures profiled and analyzed.
Topics covered include: correction of astigmatism at the time of cataract and clear lens
replacement surgery; innovative techniques for the correction and management of refractive
challenges, including irregular astigmatism caused by Keratoconus, pterygia and PKP;and
addressing primary astigmatism in refractive surgery patients.