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Recommended Books on Astigmatism
Astigmatism - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet References This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to astigmatism. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information to users on how to update their knowledge using various Internet resources. The book is designed for physicians, medical students preparing for Board examinations, medical researchers, and patients who want to become familiar with research dedicated to astigmatism. If your time is valuable, this book is for you. First, you will not waste time searching the Internet while missing a lot of relevant information. Second, the book also saves you time indexing and defining entries. Finally, you will not waste time and money printing hundreds of web pages.This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to astigmatism. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information to users on how to update their knowledge using various Internet resources. The book is designed for physicians, medical students preparing for Board examinations, medical researchers, and patients who want to become familiar with research dedicated to astigmatism. If your time is valuable, this book is for you. First, you will not waste time searching the Internet while missing a lot of relevant information. Second, the book also saves you time indexing and defining entries. Finally, you will not waste time and money printing hundreds of web pages.
Future Vision: Space-Age Techniques to Save Your Sight With an ever-increasing life span and a whole new world of available technology, it is more important than ever to be aware of what might imperil our sight and what we can do about it. Future Vision is the first book to explain clearly such new tools as cryolathes lasers, and ultrasound, as well as the new techniques for treating various vision disorders. Among the many topics covered are: how radial keratotomy may improve and virtually eliminate nearsightedness and astigmatism; how painless laser surgery can reduce the pressure of those with glaucoma; how lasers can be used to treat retinal tears; even how to spot impending eye problems, many of which can only be corrected with prompt diagnosis and treatment. Future Vision offers sound advice on how to find an eye doctor with the skill and equipment needed to perform the newest procedures, and explains the ways to be sure that he is the right doctor for you. The new alternative of outpatient surgery is thoroughly discussed, as well as how you can find out if your insurance company will pay for these procedures and how you can ask questions and submit claims. With its wealth of clearly expressed information, Future Vision will be welcome to all of us who wish to gain maximum use of our most precious sense for a lifetime.
Boris's Glasses
One evening when Boris is watching television, he notices that the picture looks blurry. The repairman who comes over tells him that the problem is not the television but, rather, Boris's eyesight. A trip to the eye doctor confirms the diagnosis – Boris is an astigmatic. How important this sounds! When he gets his glasses, a whole new world unveils itself to him. Boris decides to get a job with his "talent" and starts work at the radio factory as a foreman. However, nothing turns out as Boris expects in this sweet story enlivened by Olof Landström’s sprightly cartoon-like illustrations.
A Complete Surgical Guide for Correcting Astigmatism: An Ophthalmic Manifesto A Complete Surgical Guide for Correcting Astigmatism: An Ophthalmic Manifesto is a comprehensive text dealing with the surgical correction of astigmatism. Cataract and refractive surgeons seeking to refine their corrective procedures will benefit greatly from the state-of-the-art techniques presented. General ophthalmologists will also find this text useful as a reference for learning the basics of managing astigmatism.
Toric IOLs, laser and incisional techniques, and upcoming toric IOL technology are examples of the procedures profiled and analyzed. Extensive outcomes data and thought-provoking case presentations offer readers the opportunity to analyze proper procedures on a case-by-case basis.
A Complete Surgical Guide for Correcting Astigmatism: An Ophthalmic Manifesto provides an in-depth analysis of the latest advancements in refractive surgery and the resulting techniques that are now available. This essential manual is perfect for every surgeon desiring to effectively manage and treat patients with astigmatism.
Dr. Gills has assembled a group of highly skilled cataract and refractive surgeons to produce this innovative text. Their breadth of experience includes the development of new surgical techniques that continually expand the variety of corrective options available for patients with astigmatism.
Topics 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. Techniques for addressing primary astigmatism in refractive surgery patients.
Management of Complications in Refractive Surgery
The diversity of procedures that characterize modern refractive surgery makes it, both for the beginner and the experienced surgeon, necessary to have well established guidelines to face refractive complications. This lavishly illustrated guide is written by international opinion leaders with extensive experience in the practice of refractive surgery. It offers the reader practical pearls to the solution and prevention of the different complications of corneal and refractive surgery. Complications covered include: Intraoperative complications, e.g. intraocular refractive surgery, femtosecond laser, LASIK and EPILASIK, refractive lens exchange, corneal refractive surgery, early post-operative complications and late post-operative complications. All complications are described and lavishly illustrated from its pathogenesis to its treatment modalities. It provides ophthalmic surgeons with the most adequate solutions for the most frequent problems they face in their daily practice.
Refractive Eye Surgery
A Consumer's Complete Guide: LASIK, IntraLASIK, Epi-LASIK, CK, Implantable Contact Lenses, and Other Surgical Eye Procedures ... Dependence on Glasses and Contact Lenses Author Chris A. Knobbe, M.D., Ophthalmologist (Eye Physician and Surgeon) and Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, has written the definitive treatise on refractive surgical procedures to reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses. The book is intended specifically for the consumer and is written in patient-friendly language. No matter what your age or degree of nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or presbyopia (need for readers) Dr. Knobbe provides guidance to the refractive surgical procedure(s) that will be best for you. This is the only source you will need to fully understand refractive surgical procedures, including associated risks as well as benefits, and even how to choose your surgeon. A lifetime of your vision is at stake choose wisely!
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