Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology

This internationally popular text provides a practical, clinically-focused introduction to ophthalmology suitable for anyone looking for a quick-reference uupdate on state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases of the eye. The new edition includes coverage of leading-edge topics including treatment of corneal disease by limbal reconstruction and amniotic membrane grafting, exudative macular degeneration, the use of intraocular steroid inections to treat a variety of retinal diseases, and use of immunomodulatory drugs for inflammatory eye disease.

Table of Contents



Brief Table of Contents
1. Anatomy & Embryology of the Eye
2. Ophthalmologic Examination
3. Ophthalmic Therapeutics
4. Lids, Lacrimal Apparatus & Tears
5. Conjunctiva
6. Cornea
7. Uveal Tract & Sclera
8. Lens
9. Vitreous
10. Retina
11. Glaucoma
12. Strabismus
13. Orbit
14. Neuro-Ophthalmology
15. Ocular Disorders Associated with Systemic Diseases
16. Immunologic Diseases of the Eye
17. Special Subjects of Pediatric Interest
18. Genetic Aspects
19. Trauma
20. Optics & Refraction
21. Preventive Ophthalmology
22. Low Vision
23. Blindness
24. Lasers in Ophthalmology
Appendix I: Visual Standards
Appendix II: Practical Factors in Illumination
Appendix III: Rehabilitation of the Visually Handicapped , and Special Services Available to the Blind