Intraocular Inflammation and Uvetis (Section 9) (Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC)) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1615252983 ISBN 13: 9781615252985

Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2012

Synopsis

Begins with an overview of immune-mediated eye disease, summarizing basic immunologic concepts, ocular immune responses and special topics in ocular immunology. Discusses the clinical approach to uveitis and reviews noninfectious (autoimmune) and infectious forms of uveitis, with an expanded section on viral uveitis and new material on infectious and noninfectious scleritis. Enhanced detection of infectious agents by immunologic and genetic methods and biologic therapeutics are detailed. Also covers endophthalmitis, masquerade syndromes, complications of uveitis and ocular aspects of AIDS. CME Information The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The American Medical Association requires that all learners participating in activities involving enduring materials complete a formal assessment before claiming CME credit. To assess your achievement in this activity and ensure that a specified level of knowledge has been reached, a posttest for this Section of the Basic and Clinical Science Course is provided. A minimum score of 80% must be obtained to pass the test and claim CME credit. Visit CME Central for more information. Recently revised 2011-2012; 372 pages Section chair: Ramana S. Moorthy, MD

Edition details

• Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1615252983
• ISBN 13: 9781615252985
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 372
• Editor: Moorthy Ramana S.