Eye Injuries in War
Language: English
Published by Springer, Berlin, Springer, 2026
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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book examines the causes, types, challenges, historical developments, and advancements in the treatment of war-related eye injuries. Eye injuries in war are among the most debilitating and complex wounds sustained by combatants and civilians in conflict zones. These injuries, often caused by explosions, shrapnel, projectile wounds, and chemical agents, can result in permanent vision loss, psychological trauma, and long-term disabilities. Addressing these issues requires a multidisciplinary approach involving prevention, advanced medical care, and rehabilitation which are explored in detail throughout the book.Eye Injuries in War highlights the unique set of challenges and often life-altering consequences for individuals with eye injuries in warzones. While advancements in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation have significantly improved outcomes, the increasing complexity of modern warfare continues to pose new risks. This book explores these potential risks and the importance of investing in research, developing protective technologies, and ensuring access to specialized care in the future. Ophthalmologists, optometrists and opticians involved in the treatment of war trauma will find this book to be a useful tool for mitigating the impact of devastating eye injuries in combat and improving the quality of life for survivors. 171 pp. Englisch.…
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- Title
- Eye Injuries in War
- Author
- Sibylle Scholtz
- Publisher
- Springer, Berlin, Springer
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- Neu
- Binding
- Buch
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 3032110084
- ISBN 13
- 9783032110084
- Dimensions
- 235x155x35 mm
This book examines the causes, types, challenges, historical developments, and advancements in the treatment of war-related eye injuries. Eye injuries in war are among the most debilitating and complex wounds sustained by combatants and civilians in conflict zones. These injuries, often caused by explosions, shrapnel, projectile wounds, and chemical agents, can result in permanent vision loss, psychological trauma, and long-term disabilities. Addressing these issues requires a multidisciplinary approach involving prevention, advanced medical care, and rehabilitation which are explored in detail throughout the book.
Eye Injuries in War highlights the unique set of challenges and often life-altering consequences for individuals with eye injuries in warzones. While advancements in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation have significantly improved outcomes, the increasing complexity of modern warfare continues to pose new risks. This book explores these potential risks and the importance of investing in research, developing protective technologies, and ensuring access to specialized care in the future. Ophthalmologists, optometrists and opticians involved in the treatment of war trauma will find this book to be a useful tool for mitigating the impact of devastating eye injuries in combat and improving the quality of life for survivors.
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About the Author
Sibylle Scholtz is an Associated Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Experimental Ophthalmology, Saarland University Faculty of Medicine, Germany. She is a biologist and chemist with a PhD in ophthalmology, bringing a unique multidisciplinary perspective to her field. Dr. Scholtz has extensive experience as an International Science Correspondent and has worked for more than 30 years in the ophthalmic medical device industry in various managerial positions. Dr. Scholtz is internationally well known and accepted as subject matter expert in biometry and intraocular lens power calculation. Dr. Scholtz has a strong academic foundation and a proven ability to bridge the gap between research and industry.
Lee MacMorris is a retired Research Librarian with a Master’s in Library and Information Science. She retired after 25 years as a Research Librarian with scientific and engineering companies. For several years, as Head of the Library at an American ophthalmic medical device company, Lee was responsible for detailed scientific literature searches and supported her global colleagues with their requested publications. Lee´s broad general knowledge, her solid understanding of the world, her great pleasure in books and her feeling for the subtleties of the English language, make her editing a real contribution to articles and books.
Oksana Vitovska is a professor of ophthalmological department at Bogomolets National medical University, in Kyiv, Ukraine. As volunteer she provided Eye care to civil population in near front line regions from 2016 to 2018. Professor Vitovska is Head of the Ukrainian Alliance of Ophthalmologists and is strongly committed to modern, intensive training for young ophthalmologists. Her scientific focus is on glaucoma, uveitis and biometrics of the eye. In addition, she currently provides assistance in the care of war-related eye injuries in Ukraine.
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