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Kanski's Synopsis of Clinical Ophthalmology

  • 4th Edition - March 16, 2022
  • Latest edition
  • Author: John F. Salmon
  • Language: English

Practical and portable, Kanski's Synopsis of Clinical Ophthalmology, 4th Edition, distills the key information from the bestselling Kanski’s Clinical Ophthalmology: A S… Read more

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Practical and portable, Kanski's Synopsis of Clinical Ophthalmology, 4th Edition, distills the key information from the bestselling Kanski’s Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach into a convenient, easy-to-follow volume. Perfect for quick reference, this concise resource contains "need to know" information highlighted by more than 900 high-quality illustrations and clinical photographs with clear explanations. New author, Dr. John Salmon, provides a fresh approach to critical content, ensuring that this manual remains an ideal on-the-go reference, as well as an efficient study guide for examinations.

Key features

  • Covers the essential information you need to effectively diagnose and manage a comprehensive range of ophthalmic disorders, using a concise format that makes it easy to quickly grasp the "must-know" aspects of each condition
  • Keeps you up to date with the latest advances in the treatment of glaucoma, the use of biological agents in the treatment of uveitis, genetic advances in hereditary retinal dystrophies, anti-VEGF agents for macular disease, and OCT/OCTA imaging
  • Includes a new chapter covering examination techniques, along with sweeping content updates on key topics
  • Features hundreds of high-quality images: diagnostic imaging, including OCT/OCTA; surgical and clinical photos depicting presenting signs and symptoms as well as surgical techniques; and medical illustrations that convey important anatomical considerations
  • Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices

Readership

Ophthalmologists, ophthalmology residents

Table of contents

1. Examination of the Eye

2. Eyelids

3. Lacrimal Drainage System

4. Orbit

5. Dry Eye

6. Conjunctiva

7. Cornea

8. Corneal and Refractive Surgery

9. Episclera and Sclera

10. Lens

11. Glaucoma

12. Uveitis

13. Retinal Vascular Disease

14. Acquired Macular Disorders

15. Hereditary Fundus Dystrophies

16. Retinal Detachment

17. Vitreous Opacities

18. Strabismus

19. Neuro-Ophthalmology

20. Ocular Tumours

21. Ocular Side Effects of Systemic Medication

22. Trauma

Product details

  • Edition: 4
  • Latest edition
  • Published: June 2, 2022
  • Language: English

About the author

JS

John F. Salmon

Affiliations and expertise
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Oxford Eye Hospital, Oxford, UK

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