Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology (Paperback)

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Product Description

The classic reference -- now in its seventeenth edition!

A Doody's Core Title!

This classic book covers the diagnosis and treatment of all major ophthalmic diseases, as well as neurological and systemic diseases causing visual disturbance. This new edition has been extensively revised and updated (see features below).

Features:

• State-of-the-art coverage of diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions for the full range of ophthalmic disorders
• Selected color illustrations
Major revision of the chapters on the retina and glaucoma
• Chapters dedicated to ophthalmic therapeutics, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular disorders associated with systemic diseases, immunologic diseases of the eye, pediatrics, genetics, preventive ophthalmology, and lasers
• The latest clinical perspectives on such topics as:
  --Treatments for age-related macular degeneration, including anti-VEGF therapies
  --Intraocular steroid injections for retinal diseases
  --Immunomodulatory drugs
  --Treatment of corneal infections
  --Medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma
  
• Detailed appendices on visual standards, practical factors in illumination, rehabilitation of the visually handicapped, and special services available to the blind

From the Back Cover

... An excellent selection for ... medical students, nurses, allied health personnel, physicians in other medical fields, optometrists, ophthalmology residents, and ophthalmologists in practice.
--Doody Reviews (three stars)*

A comprehensive book in ophthalmology ... excellent as a reference.
--Online reader review *
* Of the Fifteenth Edition.

Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology is the world's most popular ophthalmology text--and has been for decades. This completely updated Sixteenth Edition reflects the latest in diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases and disorders of the eye in adults and children. Written and edited by international experts, Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology provides authoritative guidance in an accessible and affordable format that is perfect for general and family care physicians, ophthalmologists and optometrists, students and residents, and anyone needing a comprehensive, clinically focused, and easy-to-use reference on medical care of the eye.

Features
*The latest on lasers in ophthalmology
*Completely rewritten chapter on the vitreous, featuring striking new illustrations
*New illustrations of ocular trauma
*Up-to-date chapter on ophthalmic therapeutics, including details of preparation, dosage, onset and duration of action, and toxicity of 70 commonly used drugs
*Separate chapter on ocular disorders associated with systemic disease
*Concise reviews of anatomy and embryology, and the ophthalmologic examination
*Appendices on "Visual Standards," "Practical Factors in Illumination," and "Resources for Special Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired"
*Glossary of terms relating to the eye
*Superbly illustrated with over 350 drawings and clinical photographs
*Updated references and Websites --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical; 17 edition (October 18, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071443142
• ISBN-13: 978-0071443142
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #220,538 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars comprehensive book in ophthalmology, July 26, 2000

By	Amr M. Al-Saif (Safwa, Eastern Province Saudi Arabia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: General Ophthalmology (Paperback)

A comprehensive book in ophthalmology, It deals with a wide variaty of topics and have the classic Appleton and Lange format. although it contains too much information to learn in a rotation but it serves excellent as a reference.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference., July 23, 2005

By	A. M. Keating (Minneapolis, MN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology (Paperback)

Although I have not yet finished the book, from what I have read I feel it is the perfect beginning book in ophthalmology. At least it was exactly what I was looking for as a soon-to-be ophthalmology resident. I also initially came across it as a medical student and feel it is a great book for medical students considering the field for their career.

5.0 out of 5 stars Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology, December 13, 2008

By	Robert H. Collier (Yorba Linda, CA, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is one of the best, if not the best, review books for the ophthalmologist (either in practice or in training). It also would be perfect for the medical student who would want a single reference to the topic. It succinctly covers a vast amount of material.
R.H.Collier, M.D.(an ophthalmologist with over 40 years of experience)