Ophthalmology: Diagnosis and Treatment of Eye Diseases (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781632427519)

The diagnosis and treatment of the diseases of the eye is under the scope of ophthalmology. It studies the anatomy and physiology of eyes, along with the diseases related to them. A specialist in the field of medical and surgical eye disorders is called an ophthalmologist. The tasks of an ophthalmologist include the use of medicines to treat eye disorders, performing surgery and implementing laser therapy. Cataract, glaucoma, strabismus, proptosis, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, excessive tearing and eye tumors are some of the common eye diseases. Ultrasonography, optical coherence tomography and fluorescein angiography are some of the specialized diagnostic methods used to diagnose eye disorders. Ocular surgery is an effective way to cure eye disorders. This book studies, analyses and upholds the pillars of ophthalmology and its utmost significance in modern times. It aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of ophthalmology and the recent researches in this field. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Author: Anastasia Maddox
ISBN-10: 1632427516
ISBN-13: 9781632427519
Publisher: Foster Academics
Language: English
Published: 06/28/2019
Pages: 263
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 10.88h x 8.00w x 0.63d