Description
OPHTHALMOLOGY 6TH ED
Book Summary
This sixth edition of the reference work in ophthalmology offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of the specialty. The reader will find a complete guide covering everything from basic foundations to the most recent advances in subspecialties such as refractive surgery, retina, or neuro-ophthalmology. With a clear visual structure and uniform chapters, the book facilitates quick access to essential clinical information, becoming an indispensable tool for daily practice and in-depth study of the discipline.
What is it about?
This treatise is an exhaustive work that covers all areas of ophthalmology, structured to provide a complete understanding of the specialty. The synopsis details content that includes genetics, optics, refractive surgery, lens and cataracts, cornea, retina, uveitis, tumors, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric and adult strabismus, and oculoplasty. The work is distinguished by its simplified organization, with uniformly structured chapters and key concept boxes that highlight the most clinically relevant information. This edition incorporates four new chapters addressing cutting-edge techniques and devices, such as excimer laser phototherapeutic keratectomy, intraocular lens optics, cataract surgery with the bag-in-the-lens technique, and capsulotomy with modern devices. In addition, a revised chapter on refractive surgical screening and corneal imaging tests is included, as well as an expanded chapter on corneal cross-linking. Finally, information is updated on the latest advances in the treatment of retinoblastoma, including intravenous and intra-arterial chemotherapy and less common tumor simulators.
Main Topics
- Fundamentals of ophthalmology and ocular genetics
- Optics, refractive surgery, and intraocular lenses
- Pathologies and surgery of the cornea, lens, and cataracts
- Retinal diseases, uveitis, and ocular tumors
- Glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, and strabismus
- Oculoplasty and reconstructive procedures
- New surgical techniques and modern devices
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at practicing ophthalmologists, residents in the specialty, and any visual health professional seeking a complete and updated reference. It is also of great use to researchers and academics who need a reliable source on the latest advances and treatments in the field of ophthalmology.
What this book offers
- Access to comprehensive and updated coverage of all ophthalmological subspecialties in a single volume.
- High-value clinical information presented in a structured and visual way, facilitating quick reference.
- Knowledge of the most novel techniques and devices, including chapters dedicated to recent advances.
- Updates on cutting-edge treatments for complex pathologies such as retinoblastoma.
Data Sheet
- Author: YANOF
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: MEDICINE, OPHTHALMOLOGY
- Collection: MEDICINE
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication Date: February 2024
- Weight: 5222 g
Editorial Review
This sixth edition of Yanof's work solidifies itself as an essential reference resource in the field of ophthalmology. Its main value lies in the combination of classic and comprehensive coverage with the incorporation of the most recent advances, presented in a clear and accessible manner. The uniform structure and key concept boxes facilitate the assimilation of complex information, making it a practical tool for both training and daily clinical consultation. It is a recommended acquisition for any professional looking for a source of deep and updated knowledge.