Refractive Surgery: A Guide to Assessment and Management - Softcover

Naroo BSc(Hons) MCOptom MSc, Shehzad A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750655607 ISBN 13: 9780750655606

Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division, 2003

Synopsis

This book provides the optometrist and eye-care practitioner with an introductory, unbiased approach to the current techniques and procedures available to correct ametropia surgically. It provides clear guidelines on key topics in refractive surgery, everything from wound healing to legal issues, and so enables the practitioner to empower the client to make an informed choice. The concise, systematic approach to the text will give the reader instant access to valuable information, making it ideal for revision or in a busy clinic. Lavish design and beautiful presentation provide clear visuals to accompany the material, enhancing the learning process. International experts contribute a range of different opinions, creating an unbiased approach that includes not only proponents of the procedures, but also those who can give a balanced view. The comprehensive coverage gives information on all procedures available, rather than just Lasik. Discussions of key issues of relevance to the optometrist enable the practitioner to give the very best advice to their clients. The content covers a broad scope of knowledge, making it essential for someone new to the topic or just brushing up.

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Review

"A Welcome addition to the rather limited selection of books on refractive surgery now available... An unbiased approach to refractive surgery." Amy Schryver, Optician, April 2004

Edition details

• Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750655607
• ISBN 13: 9780750655606
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96