Libri di John P. Whitcher

The classic reference -- now in its seventeenth edition! A Doody's Core Title! This classic book covers the diagnosis and treatment of all major ophthalmic diseases, as well as neurological and systemic diseases causing visual disturbance. This new edition has been extensively revised and updated (see features below). Features: State-of-the-art coverage of diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions for the full range of ophthalmic disorders Selected color illustrations Major revision of the chapters on the retina and glaucoma Chapters dedicated to ophthalmic therapeutics, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular disorders associated with systemic diseases, immunologic diseases of the eye, pediatrics, genetics, preventive ophthalmology, and lasers The latest clinical perspectives on such topics as: --Treatments for age-related macular degeneration, including anti-VEGF therapies --Intraocular steroid injections for retinal diseases --Immunomodulatory drugs --Treatment of corneal infections --Medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma Detailed appendices on visual standards, practical factors in illumination, rehabilitation of the visually handicapped, and special services available to the blind

' ...An excellent selection for ...medical students, nurses, allied health personnel, physicians in other medical fields, optometrists, ophthalmology residents, and ophthalmologists in practice' - Doody Reviews (three stars). 'A comprehensive book in ophthalmology ...excellent as a reference' - Online reader review of the fifteenth Edition. "Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology" is the world's most popular ophthalmology text - and has been for decades. This completely updated sixteenth edition reflects the latest in diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases and disorders of the eye in adults and children. Written and edited by international experts, "Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology" provides authoritative guidance in an accessible and affordable format that is perfect for general and family care physicians, ophthalmologists and optometrists, students and residents, and anyone needing a comprehensive, clinically focused, and easy-to-use reference on medical care of the eye. This book features: the latest on lasers in ophthalmology; a completely rewritten chapter on the vitreous, featuring striking new illustrations; new illustrations of ocular trauma; an up-to-date chapter on ophthalmic therapeutics, including details of preparation, dosage, onset and duration of action, and toxicity of 70 commonly used drugs; separate chapter on ocular disorders associated with systemic disease; concise reviews of anatomy and embryology, and the ophthalmologic examination; appendices on 'Visual Standards', 'Practical Factors in Illumination', and 'Resources for Special Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired'; and, a glossary of terms relating to the eye. This book is superbly illustrated with over 350 drawings and clinical photographs. It features updated references and websites.