Main description:

Part of the new series Gems of Ophthalmology, this book provides the latest information in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma and its progressive optic neuropathy that leads to complete blindness.

The book begins with an introduction to diagnostic investigations such as gonioscopy, optic disk assessment, perimetry and ultrasound.

The following chapters provide in depth discussion on different types of glaucoma and detail on appropriate treatment modalities including medical, laser and surgical procedures.

Emphasis is placed on the role of imaging in glaucoma management, and special investigations such as ultrasound biomicroscopy and optical coherence tomography, are also covered.

This comprehensive text is further enhanced by clinical and surgical photographs.

Other topics in the series include: Diseases of the Uvea, Cornea & Sclera, and Retina.

Key points

Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of glaucoma
Part of the new Gems of Ophthalmology series
Covers different types of glaucoma and emphasises role of imaging
Other topics in the series include: Diseases of the Uvea, Cornea & Sclera, and Retina

Contents:

Gonioscopy
Optic Disk Assessment in Glaucoma
Peripapillary Atrophy in Glaucoma
Perimetry in Glaucoma
Ultrasound Biomicroscopy in Glaucoma
Optical Coherence Tomography in Glaucoma
Pitfalls in the Diagnosis of Angle-closure Glaucoma
Uveitic Glaucoma
Phacomorphic Glaucoma
New Insights into Pigment Dispersion Syndrome and Pigmentary Glaucoma
Exfoliative Glaucoma
Traumatic Glaucoma
Neovascular Glaucoma
Epidemic Dropsy Glaucoma
Current Role of Imaging in Glaucoma Management
Advances in the Management of Developmental Glaucoma
Advances in the Medical Management of Primary Open-angle Glaucoma
Lasers in Glaucoma
Glaucoma Surgery
Nonpenetrating Glaucoma Surgery
Management of Coexistent Cataract and Glaucoma
Progression of Optic Disk and Visual Field Changes in Glaucoma
Refractory Glaucoma: Management

Index