Glaucoma [Paperback]

Part of theOxford American Ophthalmology Library, this book provides clear and detailed guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma.Part of theOxford American Ophthalmology Library, this book provides clear and detailed guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma. Coverage spans the entire spectrum of glaucoma, including descriptions of traditional and newly emerging modalities available for glaucoma diagnosis and management. Chapters discuss current imaging technology for glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring, providing practical tips using case examples. Management is also thoroughly addressed, from the treatment of primary open angle glaucoma to management of complex secondary glaucoma. Evidence-based management of glaucoma in different stages of the disease is also discussed with highlights of the multicenter glaucoma clinical trials.1. Intraocular Pressure Measurement2. Gonioscopy3. Visual Field Testing4. Optic Nerve Examination5. Imaging6. Intra-Ocular Inflammation and GlaucomaSecondary Glaucoma: Specific Common Entities7. Trauma and Glaucoma Emergencies8. Management of Glaucoma following Intraocular Procedures9. Evidence-based Guidelines in Management of Glaucoma10. Medical Management for Glaucoma11. Laser Treatment for Glaucoma12. Surgical Management for Glaucoma13. Management of Surgical Complications14. New Surgical TechniquesDeepak P. Edward, MD, is Professor and Chairman, Department of Ophthalmology, Summa Health System in Akron, Ohio.Thasarat S. Vajaranant, MD, is Assistant Professor and Associate Residency Program Director, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Illinois in Chicago, Illinois. This review is useful for quick reference and to gain a basic understanding of glaucoma. --DOODY'S

Clear, detailed guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma