This edited book covers the history, basics, principles and fundamentals of cataract surgery, as well as advice on managing challenging cases. It includes up-to-date information on phacoemulsification, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, small incision cataract surgery, microscope, intraocular lens, intraocular lens power calculation, ophthalmic viscoelastic device, and mass rural cataract surgery. Tips on dealing with complex cases such as small pupils, glaucoma cataracts, cataracts with retinal problems, uveitis, paediatric patients, corneal problems and post-refractive surgery, and how to combat astigmatism are also discussed. The book includes instructive illustrations, figures and tables to aid the reader's understanding. It is a comprehensive resource for ophthalmologists, ophthalmic surgeons, residents, medical students, researchers, ophthalmic nurses, optometrists and opticians. Edited by renowned surgeons and with chapters written by pioneering authors, it helps readers understand how innovation has shaped current and future cataract surgery.
Key Features
Format
Publisher PDF
File Size
47 MB
Edition
1
Published Year
2024
Language
English
ISBN
978-9819751914, 9789819751921
Publisher
Springer
Subject
Ophthalmology
Number of Pages
Not specified
Highlights
Covers the history, basics, principles and fundamentals of cataract surgery.
Includes up-to-date information on phacoemulsification, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, small incision cataract surgery, microscope, intraocular lens, intraocular lens power calculation, ophthalmic viscoelastic device, and mass rural cataract surgery.
Provides tips on managing complex cases such as small pupils, glaucoma cataracts, cataracts with retinal problems, uveitis, paediatric patients, corneal problems and post-refractive surgery, and how to combat astigmatism.
Features instructive illustrations, figures and tables to aid understanding.
