Custom LASIK
Custom LASIK

Author: Lucio Buratto

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 824

ISBN-13:

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Custom LASIK: Surgical Techniques and Complications is the most comprehensive resource on LASIK currently available. This new edition of LASIK: Surgical Techniques and Complications has been revised and updated to include the latest in wavefront technology, new microkeratome instruments, and the most recent surgical procedures, in addition to various complex cases and complications. The collaboration of Drs. Buratto and Brint, along with a team of international surgeons, have produced a complete text specifically to improve the quality of vision. Amateur surgeons benefit from the format in which basic surgical procedures are explained. Advanced laser procedure with ablations and intralase without the blade are more advanced techniques specifically detailed to assist the expert surgeon. The scope of this new edition is designed to provide the multitude of LASIK techniques that have emerged and the technological advancements that have made them possible. With over 1,000 color illustrations demonstrating the various procedures and concepts, readers are able to develop a more thorough understanding of LASIK. These images supplement the wealth of surgical strategies presented throughout this resource.

Customized Laser Vision Correction
Customized Laser Vision Correction

Author: Mazen M. Sinjab

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-06-04

Total Pages: 239

ISBN-13: 3319722638

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This book addresses customized laser vision correction, an integral management option for the treatment of irregular corneas. This type of treatment reshapes the corneal surface in order to improve both the quality and the quantity of vision by reducing high order aberrations. Beginning with an introduction to the basics of this science, each type of customized laser vision correction is discussed in a clear and didactic format for rapid attainment of information. Throughout this practical clinical guide, examples are supported with the most recent scientific material and a step-by-step systematic methodology is included to fit all levels of ophthalmologists.

The LASIK Handbook
The LASIK Handbook

Author: Robert S. Feder

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2013-03-26

Total Pages: 594

ISBN-13: 1469830175

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The LASIK Handbook: A Case-Based Approach focuses on the approach to the patient and the planning of surgery rather than the technology. The beginning refractive surgeon is led through a series of cases in a progression from simple to more complex decision-making. Surgical planning and management of complications are taught in a manner that is commonly used in contemporary medical student training--providing cases that mimic real-world situations. New to this edition are more than 25 new cases to bring the total to over 100. A companion website provides surgical videos and an interactive online question bank for self-assessment. All chapters are completely updated, and new separate chapters have been on the new technologies in corneal topography, mechanical microkeratomes, femtosecond lasers, and excimer lasers; and International Perspectives.

LASIK
LASIK

Author: Lucio Buratto

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-06-01

Total Pages: 403

ISBN-13: 1040135625

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LASIK: The Evolution of Refractive Surgery takes you on a journey through the latest in laser and wavefront technology, as well as the most recent surgical procedures that include various complex cases, complications, and management. Dr. Lucio Buratto is joined by Drs. Stephen Slade and Marco Tavolato, along with a team of 23 world-renowned surgeons, to produce a complete book specifically designed to improve the patient’s quality of vision with LASIK. All surgeons will benefit from the format in which basic surgical procedures are explained, as well embracing the latest information available such as advanced laser procedures with ablations, femtocecond lasers, and excimers. With more than 250 color illustrations demonstrating the various procedures and concepts, the book will help ophthalmologists develop a more thorough understanding of LASIK. LASIK: The Evolution of Refractive Surgery is perfect for the surgeon interested in learning the concepts, developing the skills, and preparing for the surgical procedure. LASIK: The Evolution of Refractive Surgery contains a detailed description of the basic technique of LASIK and the special techniques devised by Dr. Lucio Buratto, Dr. Slade, Dr. Tavolato, and a group of highly acclaimed international surgeons experienced with encountering standard and unusual circumstances. LASIK: The Evolution of Refractive Surgery will provide the multitude of LASIK techniques that have emerged and the technological advancements that have made them possible and is a necessary text for all surgeons aspiring to improve their surgical results using the latest techniques available today.

Hyperopia and Presbyopia
Hyperopia and Presbyopia

Author: Kazuo Tsubota

Publisher: Taylor & Francis US

Published: 2003-05-16

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 0824755235

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Examining established and emerging treatments for the correction of hyperopia and presbyopia, this reference offers guidance on technologies such as thermal or conductive keratoplasty, corneal implants, laser scleral relaxation, scleral expansion rings, intraocular lenses, and LASIK modifications.

Modern Ophthalmology
Modern Ophthalmology

Author: Benjamin Boyd

Publisher: JP Medical Ltd

Published: 2011-06

Total Pages: 1269

ISBN-13: 9962678161

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Modern Ophthalmology: The Highlights is a trilogy describing fifty major subjects in the field of ophthalmology, developed through a period of sixty years. More than 850 images help illustrate the developments throughout the years. The first volume discusses the birth and development of modern ophthalmology, refractive surgery and microsurgery, angiography, retinopathy and much more. Volume two covers the entire field of glaucoma, apoptosis, contact lenses, dry eye, keratoplasty and LASIK. Volume three examines cataract surgery, optical coherence tomography, eye conditions such as uveitis, herpes, cancer, keratitis and strabismus; ophthalmic plastic surgery and more.

Irregular Astigmatism
Irregular Astigmatism

Author: Tracy Schroeder Swartz

Publisher: SLACK Incorporated

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 9781556428395

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Since the advent of keratorefractive surgery and its rising popularity, irregular astigmatism has become an increasingly important issue for ophthalmologists and optometrists. Despite the success of LASIK and PRK, there are more and more patients experiencing visual quality problems due to the non-physiological modification of the corneal structure. Among these complications, irregular astigmatism is perhaps the most difficult to treat. Every physician who performs keratorefractive surgery understands that in reducing a patient.s refractive error, there is a possibility of creating irreversible effects on visual quality. This text is intended to help prevent and reduce the iatrogenic creation of irregular astigmatism, as well as provide effective treatment when postoperative complications do arise. With the maturation of keratorefractive technology in recent years, effective treatment for iatrogenic irregular astigmatism is quickly developing. It provides everything refractive surgeons, ophthalmologists, and optometrists need to know about this important topic.

Price Transparency
Price Transparency

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Ways and Means. Subcommittee on Health

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13:

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Lasik Surgery
Lasik Surgery

Author: Edward Hicks

Publisher: Booktango

Published: 2014-02-11

Total Pages: 55

ISBN-13: 1468943898

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Laser modern technology has actually changed the therapy of numerous eye defects that were previously fixed by glasses or get in touch with lenses. The inconvenience that often accompanies the reliance on visual assistances features misplacing glasses, or occasionally having a get in touch with lens pop out. Glasses are likewise thought about by numerous to be ageing and to take away from their appearances, so some choose to battle with imperfect vision instead than to offer an imperfect picture to the globe. In this epic book, you learn little known secrets about lasik surgery, lasik procedure, lasik side effects, lasik eye surgery and much more.

Evidence-Based Eye Care
Evidence-Based Eye Care

Author: Peter J. Kertes

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2013-09-05

Total Pages: 688

ISBN-13: 1469838095

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Now in a revised and updated Second Edition, this handy guide to eye care uses evidence from the latest clinical trials to deliver practical advice directly applicable to the challenges of daily ophthalmic practice. Helpful illustrations and tables support the text and improve outcomes.