Description

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system. An ophthalmologist is a medically trained doctor who commonly acts as both a physician and surgeon. (S)he examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases and injuries in and around the eye. The eye, its surrounding structures, and the visual system can be affected by a number of clinical conditions. This book is a general introduction to ophthalmology for medical students, residents, or any health professional who requires a reference for the core information in ophthalmology. “Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach”, combines critical ophthalmic knowledge. Covering the key information for both trainees and specialists; from clinical methods and the use of ophthalmic instruments, to basic perioperative care and advanced life support protocols organised according to the ocular structures and components of the eye exam rather than categories of disease to make it practical and a key learning tool.