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Overview of the status of the broad range of laser applications.
This book discusses the new era of modern retinal laser therapy and its clinical applications. While the photocoagulation era universally presupposed the therapeutic necessity of laser-induced retinal damage, the modern retinal laser therapy is equally opposed to this idea. The evidence for this sea-change in the understanding of retinal laser is well presented within this book, and the conceptual and clinical consequences are discussed with particular emphasis on the emergence of retinal laser therapy as the first reasonable preventive and restorative intervention for the most important retinal disorders. Finally, the future of modern retinal laser therapy is highlighted with respect to coming technological advances, remaining challenges, and the place of retinal laser in the management of retinal disease. This book is an essential resource for all ophthalmic residents and clinicians seeking a clear and concise guide to modern retinal laser therapy in their everyday practice.
As new laser technology continues to emerge in the eye care field, there is a need for an up-to-date, comprehensive resource for eye care providers who are learning or currently performing these laser procedures. Edited by Lars Freisberg, Nate Lighthizer, Leonid Skorin, Jr., Karl Stonecipher, and Aaron Zimmerman, The Ophthalmic Laser Handbook is a practical, clinical guide that covers everything from indications and procedural techniques to contraindications and potential adverse events. This all-in-one reference, including over 45 videos of laser procedures in the e-version, is designed for all eye care providers—from those performing the procedures to those co-managing pre- and post-operative visits.
Clearly and concisely covers all aspects of the YAG laser, from the physics of the YAG to its applications in the clinical setting.
This is a practical guide to using lasers in the Eye clinic and includes all commonly performed Lasers for a range of ocular conditions. It uses multiple illustrations of real-life fundus photographs, FFA images, OCT images and digitally modified retinal images to simplify learning the fundamentals of laser physics and physiology, laser safety and an overview of the variety of ophthalmic lasers in current use. It standardizes Laser procedures and serves as a reference guide for Ophthalmic trainees learning the technique that can be transferred to their clinical practice. The book simplifies understanding of Ophthalmic Lasers and answers common questions of how and why things are done. Key Fe...
Ophthalmology was the first medical discipline to embrace lasers, starting with the treatment of retinal diseases in the 1960s. Unlike other disciplines where the trend is moving away from the use of the laser in surgery, in ophthalmology it is an accepted treatment option in all subspecialities: eyelids, cornea, iris, ciliary body, lens, retina, and retro-orbital structures. 60 per cent of all laser surgery is ophthalmic surgery. The text presents not only current uses but speculates as to future applications of lasers.
American ophthalmologists, who have only recently been given FDA approval to perform Photorefractive Keratectomy for low myopia, will find this resource especially valuable. The contributors are primarily British and Australian researchers and clinicians who have been working to develop this instrument and refine its clinical applications. Scientific principles and current clinical and research trends are covered, along with practical information on patient assessment, surgical techniques, clinical results, and the identification, avoidance and management of complications. Clinical images of both normal and rare sequelae of excimer laser surgery illustrate the text. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.
Laser treatment is becoming more and more important to the ophthalmologist. This book is a practical, state-of-the-art presentation of ophthalmic laser treatment. The basic fundamentals of laser treatment are covered in the first 5 chapters. Emphasis is placed on photocoagulation of retinal disease and Nd-YAG photodisruption of the anterior part of the eye, both of which are becoming common. The combination of colour photographs of the ocular fundus and wide-field fluorescein angiograms is well displayed in a facing-page format.
"This textbook for ophthalmology residents, fellows training in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery, and practicing retinal specialists covers the basic principles and therapeutic applications of laser surgery for retinal and other posterior segment disorders. The major section discusses both diseases that are commonly treated with photocoagulation and diseases where photocoagulation is considered adjunctive treatment or where laser treatment is rarely (if ever) indicated."--Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).