2013 Medical Reference Catalogue

36 O phthalmology & O ptometry N ew in 2013! Clinical Manual of Contact Lenses, Fourth Edition Bennett & Henry

Pediatric Retina, Second Edition Harnett

The first comprehensive text to address pediatric retinal disease, this updated second edition of Pediatric Retina has been enhanced to provide comprehensive coverage of pediatric retinal diseases and major advances in the field. The book’s broad scope is divided into three sections - the first dealing with developmental and genetic aspects of these diseases, patient assessment/diagnosis and medical management, the second with surgical management, and the third section with rehabilitation. Tremendous growth and understanding in areas such as gene therapy, posterior segment imaging, and retinovascular development, along with abundant color illustrations have enhanced this definitive pediatric disease resource authored by world-renounced editors and contributors. Features: Use of gene therapy ▶ ▶ to replace dysfunctional genes and provide vision for children with a previously untreatable blinding condition, Leber’s congenital amaurosis Retinovascular development ▶ ▶ and the interaction of vascular and neural elements in the growth Best practices ▶ ▶ in diagnosis, management (medical and surgical), as well as information on the genetic aspects of diseases Genotypes of numerous diseases ▶ ▶ previously uncharacterized Advances in posterior segment imaging ▶ ▶ with the sepctral domain hand-held OCT, along with endoscope in vitreoretinal surgery September 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-5140-4 | 800 pp | 348 illus. & 95 tbls | Hardcover Evidence-Based Eye Care Kertes & Johnson October 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-7638-4 | 400 pp | 200 illus. & 43 tbls | Hardcover Complications of Vitreo-Retinal Surgery Lois & Wong In the ever-changing field of vitreo-retinal complications associated with vitreo-retinal surgery. The text addresses a broad range of complications, occurring in both established and emerging surgical techniques. Each potential complication is analyzed in detail, including information on pathogenesis and risk factors. Chapters are organized by potential complication, with each addressed by a single contributing author as if he/she is the surgeon on the case. While created specifically for vitreo-retinal surgeons, this book will provide useful information for other members of the surgical team as well as for general ophthalmologists, residents, and optometrists who see patients before and after vitreoretinal procedures. Features: Detailed coverage addresses specific complications related to ▶ ▶ scleral buckling, pneumatic retinopexy and 20-, 23-, and 25 -gauge vitrectomy Expert contributors help you avoid and manage each complication, ▶ ▶ and offer guideposts for projected clinical outcomes. Bulleted points deliver clinical pearls on the prevention and ▶ ▶ management of specific complications. Real-world clinical scenarios offer stepwise guidance in the ▶ ▶ management of each issue. April 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-1938-1 | 512 pp | Hardcover surgery, the factor that may best distinguish a great surgeon from a good one is the ability to avoid and manage complications. Within the pages of Complications of Vitreo-Retinal Surgery , readers will discover the practical information ophthalmic surgeons need to address a wide range of intra- and postoperative

Thoroughly revised and updated—this manual is a complete, current, and convenient “how-to” guide to fitting, evaluating, and troubleshooting contact lenses, particularly specialty contact lens designs. The book is the perfect quick reference to consult during a patient’s examination and a user-friendly study guide for boards. Each chapter includes clinical cases, nomograms, and a proficiency checklist. May 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-7532-5 | 672 pp | 285 illus. & 120 tbls | Paperback The LASIK Handbook: A Case-Based Approach Feder

Ophthalmology & Optometry

The LASIK Handbook: A Case-Based Approach focuses on the approach to the patient and the planning of surgery rather than the technology. The beginning refractive surgeon is led through a series of cases in a progression from simple to more complex decision-making. Surgical planning and management of complications are taught in a manner that is

commonly used in contemporary medical student training--providing cases that mimic real-world situations. New to this edition are more than 25 new cases to bring the total to over 100. A companion website provides surgical videos and an interactive online question bank for self- assessment. All chapters are completely updated, and new separate chapters have been on the new technologies in corneal topography, mechanical microkeratomes, femtosecond lasers, and excimer lasers; and International Perspectives Features: Fully updated content describes the fundamentals of LASIK ▶ ▶ treatment as well as the latest tools, techniques, and tips. Over 100 cases (including 30 new cases) cover a wide array of ▶ ▶ actual clinical experience. Over 20 instructional videos demonstrate technique and ▶ ▶ management available in a companion website 70 self-assessment questions with detailed discussions allow you to ▶ ▶ test your knowledge and an interactive online question bank provides opportunities to enhance critical thinking and assess learning. April 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-7284-3 | 336 pp | 97 illus. & 55 tbls | Paperback

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