The Pediatric Glaucomas
Author | : Anil K. Mandal |
Publisher | : Butterworth-Heinemann |
Total Pages | : 140 |
Release | : 2006 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015062460293 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (93 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Pediatric Glaucomas written by Anil K. Mandal and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2006 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a comprehensive and up-to-date source on the origins, diagnosis, and management of glaucomas in children. The authors balance evidence-based management guidelines with perspectives from their abundant direct clinical experience. Coverage includes the most recent advances in genetics, medical therapy, and surgical treatment...long-term management...treatment of intractable glaucomas...and other timely topics. Explores the newest knowledge about epidemiology and genetics · medical therapies · surgical management · management of refractory glaucoma · long-term management · penetrating keratoplasty or aphakia/ pseudophakia in children with glaucoma · and much more. Combines evidence-based recommendations with the authors' expert observations and opinions. Reviews important historical developments in pediatric glaucoma treatment. Reflects the most recent terminology and classifications in the field. Uses full-color clinical photographs and line drawings to illustrate important visual concepts. Offers comprehensive references, as well as tables and figures that summarize information from the literature at a glance.