Release Date: 15 January, 1999
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From Book News, Inc.
Sixteen contributions detail medical uses of lasers in the treatment of eye diseases. Topics include photodynamic therapy for ocular tumors; argon laser trabeculoplasty; and cyclophotocoagulation. The uses of laser treatment for cataract, vitreous, corneal, and oculoplastic surgery; proliferative retinopathies; diabetic macular edema; retinal vein occlusions; and choroidal neovascular membrane in age-related maculopathy are discussed. Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR
Book Description
See the past, present and future of ophthalmic laser applications. This new edition incorporates the most up-to-date information on lasers used in ophthalmic surgery. A comprehensive review accompanies a detailed look at specific lasers and types of surgery.
Book Info
Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH. Review of laser surgery techniques for ophthalmologists. Abundant fullcolor and halftone illustrations and photographs. Previous edition: c1994.
From the Publisher
This clinical reference provides a comprehensive review of the use of lasers in ophthalmic surgery. For ease of use, this reference is organized by both specific lasers and type of surgery. Each chapter covers preoperative evaluation, laser technique(s), and treatment plans. Use of lasers in ophthalmic surgery is a growing trend and offers the benefits of being less invasive, has a lower rate of complication and a shorter recovery period, and is more cost effective than surgery with scalpels. This clinical reference provides a comprehensive review of the use of lasers in ophthalmic surgery. For ease of use, this reference is organized by both specific lasers and type of surgery. Each chapter covers preoperative evaluation, laser technique(s), and treatment plans.
About the Author
MD, Professor and Chairman, Eye University of Creteil, University of Paris XII, Creteil, Paris Rating
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