Download or read book Recommended Practices for Laser Refractive Surgery written by and published by Kendall Hunt. This book was released on 2002-10-30 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Step by Step LASIK Surgery written by Namrata Sharma and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2005-08-12 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A decade after the introduction of the LASIK technique in refractive surgery, the technique has reached its maturity. Thoroughly researched and easy to read, Step by Step LASIK Surgery provides practical information regarding the various aspects of LASIK surgery. Expert LASIK surgeons share their experiences with this state-of-the-art surgical technique. The book is organized in a simple and effective style that presents a step-by-step approach to LASIK surgery. It includes information about the latest microkertomes and excimer laser machines and specific surgical techniques like LASEK, LASIK for post-penetrating keratoplasty, ametropias, and wavefront guided LASIK.
Download or read book LASIK written by Ernest W. Kornmehl and published by Addicus Books. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you'd like to improve your vision and reduce or eliminate your need for glasses or contacts, perhaps you're considering LASIK. This procedure has become one of the most popular vision correction surgeries in the nation with 9 million Americans undergoing LASIK procedures annually. But, before you entrust your eyes to a surgeon, make sure you become an informed consumer. In LASIK—A Guide to Laser Vision Correction, three ophthalmologists, who together have performed more than 65,000 LASIK procedures, help you understand what the surgery involves. Among the questions they answer: &• Are you a candidate for LASIK surgery? &• How is LASIK performed?&• How much vision improvement you can expect? &• How does the new Wavefront technology improve LASIK? &• How do you choose a qualified ophthalmologist? &• How many procedures should your ophthalmologist have performed? &• What are the possible complications? &• What follow up care will you need after the surgery? The Book to Read Before Having LASIK Surgery!
Download or read book The Complete Book of Laser Eye Surgery written by Stephen Slade and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the vision corrective surgeries LASIK, PRK, and RK; explains the benefits and risks involved with them; and gives advice for choosing the right procedure and the right surgeon.
Download or read book Custom LASIK written by Lucio Buratto and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 824 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Custom LASIK: Surgical Techniques and Complications is the most comprehensive resource on LASIK currently available. This new edition of LASIK: Surgical Techniques and Complications has been revised and updated to include the latest in wavefront technology, new microkeratome instruments, and the most recent surgical procedures, in addition to various complex cases and complications. The collaboration of Drs. Buratto and Brint, along with a team of international surgeons, have produced a complete text specifically to improve the quality of vision. Amateur surgeons benefit from the format in which basic surgical procedures are explained. Advanced laser procedure with ablations and intralase without the blade are more advanced techniques specifically detailed to assist the expert surgeon. The scope of this new edition is designed to provide the multitude of LASIK techniques that have emerged and the technological advancements that have made them possible. With over 1,000 color illustrations demonstrating the various procedures and concepts, readers are able to develop a more thorough understanding of LASIK. These images supplement the wealth of surgical strategies presented throughout this resource.
Download or read book No More Glasses written by Julius Shulman and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2005-12 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deciding to have laser vision correction may be one of the most important decisions of your life. With the increasing popularity of this procedure, it is imperative to be fully informed of both the risks and the benefits of this potentially life changing operation. An eye surgeon for thirty years, author Dr. Julius Shulman has performed nearly a thousand laser vision procedures. In this completely revised edition, Dr. Shulman guides you through the myriad decisions you must make to see if laser vision correction is right for you. In clear, easy-to-understand language, Dr. Shulman reveals key points in the decision-making process that may be critical for success: Who is and is not a good candidate for laser vision correction Which of the three main laser vision correction operations may be best for you Risks and possible complications of laser vision correction What to expect on surgery day How to get out of reading glasses Let No More Glasses be your definitive information source for laser corrective surgery!
Download or read book Anterior Segment written by Marian S. Macsai and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title in the Rapid Diagnosis in Ophthalmology Series presents a wealth of full-color images - along with differential diagnoses - in side-by-side page layouts to assist you in identifying a full range of anterior segment disorders. A templated format expedites access to the guidance you need to diagnose the most common conditions related to the cornea and anterior segment - from simple to complex - encountered in practice. Coverage of the key features, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options for corneal infections, anterior uveitis, corneal dystrophies and degenerations - and many more - equips you with the latest guidance. Hundreds of full-color images present conditions as they present in real life. Common diagnostic pitfalls discuss what to look out for when making a difficult diagnosis. A templated, color-coded layout and differential diagnosis boxes for each condition help you make quick, accurate clinical decisions. A focus on the most common conditions encountered in practice allows you to efficiently formulate treatment plans and referrals. SERIES EDITORS: Jay S. Duker, MD, Director, New England Eye Center, Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery Service; Director, Pediatric Retinal Referral Center, Uveitis & Immunology Service; Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA and Marian S. Macsai, MD, Chief, Division of Ophthalmology, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare; Professor and Vice-Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, MI
Download or read book Customized Laser Vision Correction written by Mazen M. Sinjab and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-06-04 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses customized laser vision correction, an integral management option for the treatment of irregular corneas. This type of treatment reshapes the corneal surface in order to improve both the quality and the quantity of vision by reducing high order aberrations. Beginning with an introduction to the basics of this science, each type of customized laser vision correction is discussed in a clear and didactic format for rapid attainment of information. Throughout this practical clinical guide, examples are supported with the most recent scientific material and a step-by-step systematic methodology is included to fit all levels of ophthalmologists.
Download or read book Life without Glasses written by Robert K. Maloney and published by Addicus Books. This book was released on 2016-02-01 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly 3.6 million Americans have their vision surgically corrected annually; it is the most commonly performed surgery in the nation. Even so, many people find themselves feeling anxious about the procedure. Author Robert K. Maloney is an experienced ophthalmologist who has performed thousands of vision correction surgeries. Not only is he an expert at performing these surgeries, he is a compassionate physician who understands the kinds of questions and concerns people have. In this book he covers LASIK and PRK surgeries, the differences between RLE and ICL, the implantable contact lens, refractive lens exchanges, how to choose a surgeon, and the newest vision correction surgery techniques.
Download or read book The Art of Refractive Surgery written by Sudarshan Khokhar and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2022-09-25 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Refractive Surgery aims at providing a simplified and step-wise approach to ophthalmologists for planning and performing various refractive surgeries including corneal, lenticular, or combined approaches. Refractive surgery is extremely challenging as suboptimal outcomes are unacceptable. This field has seen huge developments in the recent years with advancements in investigative modalities, better laser delivery systems, wider range of options of refractive surgeries, and improved eye-tracking devices. However, the selection of ideal surgery for every patient remains a challenge and a thorough understanding of basic concepts can aid in decision-making. The Art of Refractive Surgery deals with these basic concepts, and provides certain surgical and planning tips, which have been derived through years of experience. Key Features: Interactive style of the narrative ideal for refractive surgeons, ophthalmologists, fellows, and residents who wish to update their refractive surgery knowledge Practical examples with individual case-based approach for planning, decision-making and surgical management in a variety of scenarios Extensive review of literature and includes the latest meta-analysis and clinical studies Numerous illustrations and simple language to elucidate complex refractive situations Surgical videos explaining each refractive surgery step-wise for deeper understanding
Download or read book Laser Vision Correction written by Harold Aaron Stein and published by . This book was released on 1998-10 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Refractive Surgery for Eyecare Paraprofessionals written by Johnny L. Gayton and published by SLACK Incorporated. This book was released on 1997 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Refractive Surgery for Eyecare Paraprofessionals is written to provide an introduction to the most common refractive surgical techniques in use today. It is an excellent source for review that will provide you with a complete understanding of the indications for each procedure. It discusses techniques of various refractive surgical procedures and why one technique might be preferred over another. This book also covers the potential side effects and complications, plus offers helpful suggestions on how to counsel your patients.
Download or read book Hyperopia and Presbyopia written by Kazuo Tsubota and published by Taylor & Francis US. This book was released on 2003-05-16 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examining established and emerging treatments for the correction of hyperopia and presbyopia, this reference offers guidance on technologies such as thermal or conductive keratoplasty, corneal implants, laser scleral relaxation, scleral expansion rings, intraocular lenses, and LASIK modifications.
Download or read book The LASIK Handbook written by Robert S. Feder and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2013-03-26 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The LASIK Handbook: A Case-Based Approach focuses on the approach to the patient and the planning of surgery rather than the technology. The beginning refractive surgeon is led through a series of cases in a progression from simple to more complex decision-making. Surgical planning and management of complications are taught in a manner that is commonly used in contemporary medical student training--providing cases that mimic real-world situations. New to this edition are more than 25 new cases to bring the total to over 100. A companion website provides surgical videos and an interactive online question bank for self-assessment. All chapters are completely updated, and new separate chapters have been on the new technologies in corneal topography, mechanical microkeratomes, femtosecond lasers, and excimer lasers; and International Perspectives.
Download or read book Refractive Surgery E Book written by Dimitri T. Azar and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-01-09 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive and clinically focused, Refractive Surgery, 3rd Edition, brings you the knowledge and expertise of leading ophthalmology experts and refractive surgeons from around the world. Together they provide practical coverage of the latest advances in this fast-changing field, including improved optics and biomechanics, improved diagnostics, new surgical techniques, and more. Hundreds of high-quality photographs guide you from patient selection to mastery of surgical techniques. Offers step-by-step guidance on a wide range of common refractive procedures. Covers new topics such as management of LASIK complications; SMILE and management of SMILE complications; collagen cross-linking, including instrumentation and applications in keratoconus and ectasia; intracorneal lenses; and multifocal and accommodating IOLs. Contains a new chapter on Preoperative Evaluation of Keratoconus and Ectasia. Uses high-quality surgical video clips to demonstrate a variety of surgical techniques. Addresses initial as well as ongoing management of patients. Includes tables of indications, preferences, hot tips, and management of complications throughout, making guidance quick and easy to access.
Download or read book One Eye Or Two written by John C. Meyer, MD and published by Mark Prussian. This book was released on 2018-05-29 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One Eye or Two will: Give you insider secrets so you can confirm whether LASIK is right for you Help you know which LASIK surgeon to choose Show you how to recognize an outstanding LASIK center Teach you how to identify fair LASIK pricing
Download or read book Corneal Regeneration written by Jorge L. Alió and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-02-20 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides expert instruction on the varying surgical techniques currently employed for the regeneration of the ocular surface. Corneal Regeneration: Therapy and Surgery begins with a thorough discussion of current research based on data obtained in clinical human studies, and discusses the potential clinical implications for this promising new stage of eye surgery. Sections devoted to the stem cell, regenerative surgery and therapy of the ocular surface epithelium, corneal stroma, and corneal endothelium follow, each section comprehensively covering applied anatomy, current therapy and regenerative techniques, with a look to future directions of the field including eventual cell therapy. Corneal Regeneration: Therapy and Surgery is the first book of its kind, systematically covering the developments the medical community has achieved in corneal regeneration from all angles. Written and edited by leading experts in the field, researchers and ophthalmologists alike will find this to be a unique source of information on corneal regeneration, as well as a thoughtful reflection on potential applications of regenerative surgery in ophthalmology as a whole.
