Main description:

This book provides an overview of the latest technological advances in various ophthalmology subspecialties: from the latest glaucoma shunt devices to mobile adaptors for posterior segment evaluation, this book has it all. It gives readers a valuable head start for adopting the uber-new and cutting-edge products now available on the market.

Being familiar with these new products and technologies will help both new and established ophthalmologists make effective and efficient choices, while also helping their practices stand out from the crowd. Perhaps no other branch of medicine is as technology-oriented as ophthalmology: be it lasers, fiber optics, robotics, stem cells or nanoparticles, every cutting-edge step that "Research and Development" takes is rapidly integrated into everyday eye practice.As part of the series "Current Practices in Ophthalmology", this volume is intended for residents, fellows-in-training, generalist ophthalmologists, specialists and vision science researchers alike.

Contents:

New technology for cataract.- New technology for corneal diseases.- New technology for refractive surgeries.- New technology for glaucoma.- New technology for vitreoretinal diseases.- New technology for ocular oncology and oculoplasty.- New technology for pediatric ophthalmology and squint.- New technology for ocular imaging.- New technology for vision restoration.- New technology for ocular drug development and deployment.- Technology in the making and the future of ophthalmology