Comprehensive Ophthalmology, 4th Edition

by A.K. Khurana

This book provides an excellent overview to the science of Ophthalmology and will be a useful reference text both for undergraduates and postgraduates of the discipline. It is divided into 2 sections - Anatomy, Physiology and Diseases of the Eye and Practical Ophthalmology - in order to provide students with material for their practical examinations and various postgraduate entrance tests. Each chapter begins with a brief overview highlighting the topics covered, followed by relevant applied anatomy and physiology. The text contains clear pedagogic features to assist the reader, and discusses recent advances such as refractive surgery, manual small incision cataract surgery (SICS), Phacoemulsification, new diagnostic techniques and new therapeutics. "Comprehensive Ophthalmology" is a concise convenient textbook that will also serve as a valued addition to the library of every department of ophthalmology.

Genres: Medical

605 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007