Part of the Oxford American Ophthamology Library, this book provides clear and detailed guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma. Coverage spans the entire spectrum of glaucoma, including descriptions of traditional and newly emerging modalities available for glaucoma diagnosis and management. Chapters discuss current imaging technology for glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring, providing practical tips using case examples. Management is also thoroughly addressed, from the treatment of primary open angle glaucoma to management of complex secondary glaucoma. Evidence-based management of glaucoma in different stages of the disease is also discussed with highlights of the multicenter glaucoma clinical trials.

About the Author
Deepak P. Edward, MD, is Professor and Chairman, Department of Ophthalmology, Summa Health System in Akron, Ohio. Thasarat S. Vajaranant, MD, is Assistant Professor and Associate Residency Program Director, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Illinois in Chicago, Illinois.

Reviews
"This review is useful for quick reference and to gain a basic understanding of glaucoma." --DOODY'S



Book Information
ISBN 9780199757084
Author Deepak P. Edward
Format Paperback
Page Count 254
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 454g
Dimensions(mm) 124mm * 201mm * 5mm