Ocular Trauma

Ocular Trauma: Principles and Practice is the first comprehensive clinical

reference on ocular injuries in more than a decade. Each chapter gives you

detailed instructions on evaluation, treatment, and management, including "what

to do", "how to do it", and "why to do it." You'll also learn techniques for

developing individualized treatment strategies for hard-to-identify injuries.

The book begins with general terminology and classification of ocular trauma,

and goes on to cover such topics as: the new role of endoscopy; eye restoration

with complete iris loss; anterior chamber disorders; rehabilitation advances;

medicolegal issues regarding the ophthalmologist as an expert witness; and much

more Insightful chapters written by patients offer their perspectives on the

physical injuries and emotional trauma they have experienced.

Key features of Ocular Trauma



A systemic approach to eye management on a "tissue by tissue" basis, instead of the traditional anterior/posterior approach Practical, easy-to-use format, featuring more than

350 illustrations (156 in full color), pearls, pitfalls, bullets, and special

considerations, ideal for daily practice An international panel of expert authors offering

up-to-date global perspectives on management of ocular trauma Draws on the largest epidemiologic and clinical

data collection available, The United States Eye Injury Registry Offers an

important discussion of medicolegal issues facing ophthalmologists called as

expert witnesses Provides a comprehensive

list of common abbreviations and frequently used terms and

more This

reader-friendly book is a valuable addition to the professional library of every

ophthalmologist, retina specialist, resident, and emergency room physician who

deals with trauma patients. No other resource gives you such an abundance of

information on assessment, emergency intervention, management, and

rehabilitation. Make sure you have the best, state-of-the-art information as you

treat patients who have suffered an ocular injury.