Ocular Trauma: Principles and Practice is the first comprehensive clinical
reference on ocular injuries in more than a decade. Each chapter gives you
detailed instructions on evaluation, treatment, and management, including "what
to do", "how to do it", and "why to do it." You'll also learn techniques for
developing individualized treatment strategies for hard-to-identify injuries.
The book begins with general terminology and classification of ocular trauma,
and goes on to cover such topics as: the new role of endoscopy; eye restoration
with complete iris loss; anterior chamber disorders; rehabilitation advances;
medicolegal issues regarding the ophthalmologist as an expert witness; and much
more! Insightful chapters written by patients offer their perspectives on the
physical injuries and emotional trauma they have experienced.
Key features of Ocular Trauma:
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A systemic approach to eye management on a "tissue by tissue" basis, instead of the traditional anterior/posterior approach
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Practical, easy-to-use format, featuring more than
350 illustrations (156 in full color), pearls, pitfalls, bullets, and special
considerations, ideal for daily practice
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An international panel of expert authors offering
up-to-date global perspectives on management of ocular trauma
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Draws on the largest epidemiologic and clinical
data collection available, The United States Eye Injury Registry
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Offers an
important discussion of medicolegal issues facing ophthalmologists called as
expert witnesses
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Provides a comprehensive
list of common abbreviations and frequently used terms and
more!
This reader-friendly book is a valuable addition to the professional library of every
ophthalmologist, retina specialist, resident, and emergency room physician who
deals with trauma patients. No other resource gives you such an abundance of
information on assessment, emergency intervention, management, and
rehabilitation. Make sure you have the best, state-of-the-art information as you
treat patients who have suffered an ocular injury.
