Cornea, 2-Volume Set

The Cornea, 5th Edition, is a comprehensive two-volume text that provides state-of-the-art coverage of contemporary corneal surgery, diagnostic and imaging technologies, and medical management of corneal and external disease, as well as ocular surface disease. It features over 2,300 clear illustrations, diagnostic images, and step-by-step surgical photographs, as well as 14 new chapters on nanothin DSAEK, aqueous deficiency dry eye syndrome, recurrent corneal erosions, corneal ulcer evaluation, contemporary approaches to the biosynthetic cornea, and topography-guided photorefractive keratectomy. It also includes over 80 video clips of current corneal surgery techniques and key point overviews in each chapter. An enhanced eBook version is included with purchase.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1976 pages
Publication date: 25 June 2021
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

The fifth edition of Cornea, a comprehensive reference that synthesizes this vast subspecialty into a single trustworthy resource, provides state-of-the-art coverage of the expanding range of contemporary corneal surgery, new diagnostic and imaging technologies, and medical management of corneal and external disease, as well as ocular surface disease. Drs. Mark J. Mannis, Edward J. Holland, and a team of more than 200 global experts keep you up to date with both common and more obscure diseases and disorders and the best route to effective treatment and management, making this two-volume text a must-have resource for residents and fellows, general ophthalmologists, and seasoned cornea specialists.

Features more than 2,300 exceptionally clear illustrations, diagnostic images, and step-by-step surgical photographs that offer superb visual guidance. Contains 14 new chapters, including Nanothin DSAEK, Aqueous Deficiency Dry Eye Syndrome, Evaluation of Recurrent Corneal Erosions, Evaluation of the Corneal Ulcer, Contemporary Approaches to the Biosynthetic Cornea, and Topography Guided Photorefractive Keratectomy, and more. Includes more than 80 video clips of current corneal surgery techniques, including new clips of the application of amniotic membrane penetrating keratoplasty, Descemet rupture management in DALK, and endothelial keratoplasty among others.

Covers the latest developments in ocular surface transplantation, including new chapters on Conjunctival Limbal Autograft (CLAU); Living Related Conjunctival Limbal Allograft (Lr-CLAL); Keratolimbal Allograft; Cultivated Limbal Epithelial Transplantation; Simple Limbal Epithelial Transplantation; and Outcomes of Ocular Surface Transplantation. Provides key point overviews in each chapter that offer easier access to crucial information. Enhances your understanding of corneal anatomy and pathology with detailed descriptions and high-quality images.

Stay current with the latest advancements in corneal surgery techniques and technologies through comprehensive and up-to-date coverage. Cornea, 5th Edition, is an essential resource for ophthalmologists, residents, fellows, and anyone interested in the field of corneal and ocular surface disease.

Weight: 7296g
Dimension: 287 x 348 x 163 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323672405
Edition number: 5 ed