Many ophthalmologists are in the transition from the traditional cataract surgery technique to the new minimally incision cataract surgery (MICS) technique. They are in the need of updated information on how to make this transition smoothly. In this book, world-renowned opinion leaders present up-to-date information on the new and fast-developing trends in cataract surgery. It reflects the state of the art of microincisional cataract surgery with the concept of minimizing incision. It offers all necessary information on the new technology as well as on the surgical technique. Further, it demonstrates how to handle difficult cataract cases as well as new intraocular lenses.
Many ophthalmologists are in the transition from the traditional cataract surgery technique to the new minimally incision cataract surgery (MICS) technique. They are in the need of updated information on how to make this transition smoothly. In this book, world-renowned opinion leaders present up-to-date information on the new and fast-developing trends in cataract surgery. It reflects the state of the art of microincisional cataract surgery with the concept of minimizing incision. It offers all necessary information on the new technology as well as on the surgical technique. Further, it demonstrates how to handle difficult cataract cases as well as new intraocular lenses.
The fourth edition of Phacoemulsification provides a comprehensive discussion of the subject, from its history, to phaco-hardware, such as machines and pumps, and phaco-software, for example fluidics, software-assisted torsional phaco; to viscosurgical devices, surgical techniques, premium IOLs and management of complications. With contributions from international specialists and almost more than 800 images and illustrations, this book describes in detail new techniques and developments in the treatment of cataracts. A DVD ROM is included covering aphakic bullous keratopathy, traumatic dislocation of IOL, glued IOL reloaded, aniridia with subluxated cataract and glaucoma, and much more.
In Premium Cataract Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide, Dr. John A. Hovanesian presents the complicated subject of premium cataract surgery in an approachable manner for all cataract surgeons looking to elevate their skill level and improve patient experience. Premium Cataract Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide packages all aspects of premium surgery into a practical guide for eye surgeons who wish to take their practices to a new level by offering cataract patients refractive solutions, such as astigmatism and presbyopia correction. Both well-established and new techniques and implants are presented in chapters that are organized by topic and detailed step-by-step. Chapters cover every subject related to premium surgery, including how-to chapters on microincision technique, toric implants, limbal relaxing incisions, advanced monovision, multifocals, and accommodating lenses. Enhancement strategies such as piggyback lenses, laser enhancement, and incisional surgery are presented as separate and complete solutions. In addition to surgical solution strategies, Dr. Hovanesian focuses this book on the psychology of creating a premium practice. Non technical matters such as patient screening, ethics, communicating the value of lenses, and managing the unhappy patient are thoroughly presented with easy-to-adopt ideas for the resident or seasoned veteran. Administrative Matters Addressed: * Equipment and staffing needs * Pricing * Medicare compliance * Marketing * Communicating with pre operative and post operative patients Premium Cataract Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide explores every angle of premium surgery and practice and offers improvements for all levels of surgeons, from the resident to the experienced clinician, resulting in a top experience and a lifetime of premium vision for the patient.
This book presents the latest techniques in microincision cataract surgery (MICS). Beginning with the history of MICS, the following sections give a detailed description of both coaxial and biaxial techniques, comparing the advantages and disadvantages of each. With contributions from recognised specialists in the USA, Canada and Europe, this manual contains nearly 300 colour images and illustrations. A DVD featuring didactic videos is also included. Key Features Guide to the latest techniques in microincision cataract surgery Detailed descriptions of both coaxial and biaxial methods, including advantages and disadvantages Nearly 300 colour images and illustrations Includes DVD of didactic videos illustrating techniques Contributions from recognised specialists in the USA, Canada and Europe
Cataract Surgery: Maximizing Outcomes Through Research provides cataract surgeons with helpful information about cataract operations based on the latest fundamental and clinical research. This book comprehensively covers a wide range of topics from the basic principles of each treatment to today’s hot topics such as femtosecond laser application, cataract surgery, and new intraocular lenses (IOLs) with accommodating or light-adjustable function. Detailed cutting-edge discussion is provided in each chapter with the addition of diagrams, photographs, and tables to help readers better understand the subject. Authored by leading international experts, the book covers topics from preoperative evaluations to postoperative care including evaluation of accommodation and pseudo-accommodation, glistening and visual function, the eye’s image quality with a premium IOL, IOL power calculations, pupil size and postoperative visual function, posterior capsular opacity, corneal astigmatism, femtosecond laser techniques, and more. Cataract Surgery: Maximizing Outcomes Through Research is the perfect book for cataract surgeons and general ophthalmologists who wish to update their knowledge and make use of it in their everyday medical practice.
This book summarizes the current knowledge on lens surgery. Not only are the surgical procedures described in detail, but experts share with the reader many useful practical tips for individual surgical steps to achieve the best possible surgical result. In addition to the focus on surgery, pre- and post-operative care and complication management is also discussed in detail and a systematic review of the current literature is provided. Clear and concisely written chapters highlight topics such as the use of special lenses, femto-laser lens surgery, secondary lens implantation and phakic lens surgery throughout the book. Cataract and Lens Surgery offers a practical resource for ophthalmologists who perform lens surgery in their daily clinical practice. Clinicians navigating the different types of lens preparations and properties for routine to complex procedures will find this book to be an essential guide.
This book provides a comprehensive approach to the specialty of cataract surgery. Chapters are authored by an international group of experts who evaluate technology, recommend surgical technique, and review the management of both anticipated and unexpected complications. With more than 30 chapters, everyday challenges such as the white, mature, and uveitic cataract are included while the most difficult cases like the loose lens, posterior polar, aniridic, and the traumatic cataract are covered in detail. The editors have also included topics like IOL repositioning and exchange. Cataract Surgery: Advanced Techniques for Complex and Complicated Cases offers the reader an encyclopedic collection of invaluable lessons that will help both the surgeon who is early in his career as well as the veteran cataract surgeon.
This eBook is a review on the state-of-the-art knowledge on currently available premium intraocular lenses. The volume covers a variety of intraocular lenses including multifocal, accommodative, aspheric, and toric versions and special intraocular biodevices such as intraocular telescopes. Details regarding their features, indications, contraindications and clinical results are also discussed based on evidence based / peer reviewed data. This eBook serves as a brief reference for optometry professionals seeking updates about high quality lenses for eye patients.
This well-illustrated surgical textbook is the most comprehensive and authoritative review of the current state of the art of Microincisional cataract surgery (MICS). It appropriately provides detailed coverage of the latest phaco and IOL technology, as well as the multitude of advanced techniques for both coaxial and biaxial MICS. They have assembled an exceptional faculty of experts, who also excel as educators in this dynamic field. Within the pages of Microincisional Cataract Surgery, Dr. Amar Agarwal and Dr. Richard Lindstrom discuss the clinical evolution of MICS. This unique book covers surgical techniques, wound morphology and the machines and instruments used in MICS. In addition to sections explaining the surgical techniques one can perform in challenging cases, the various IOLs that can be used for MICS are also included
