Description
Book SynopsisGlaucoma is a condition of the eye in which the optic nerve is damaged due to increased fluid pressure in the eye. Left untreated, the condition may lead to permanent blindness.
Presented as a collection of clinical case studies, this book is a complete guide to the treatment of glaucoma for both ophthalmologists and trainees.
Beginning with an introduction to ocular hypertension, investigation techniques and the diagnosis of glaucoma, the following chapters describe different treatment methods. Potential surgical complications are discussed in detail to help clinicians determine the most appropriate management options. The final section covers clinical trials in glaucoma.
Clinical photographs, flow charts and algorithms for patient management enhance learning.
Key Points
- Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma
- Presented as collection of clinical case studies
- In depth discussion on surgical complications
- Includes photographs, flow charts and algorithms to assist learning
Table of Contents
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma Suspect
- Primary Open Angle Glaucoma
- Medical Therapy: Monotherapy, Fixed Combinations, Side Effects and Quality of Life Implications
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Angle Closure Glaucoma
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- Trabeculectomy versus Tube
- Choice of Surgery: Nonpenetrating Deep Sclerectomy
- Transscleral Cyclophotocoagulation
- Endocyclophotocoagulation
- Complications after Trabeculectomy
- Tube Complications
- Complications of Nonpenetrating Deep Sclerectomy
- Complications of Newer Surgeries
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- Glaucoma in Children
- Postrefractive Surgery Glaucoma
- Glaucoma after Vitreoretinal Surgery
- Neovascular Glaucoma
- Cataract and Glaucoma
- Compliance
- Informed Consents
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- How to Overcome Imaging Artifacts and Prevent Misinterpretation of Imaging Results
- Sources of Errors While Interpreting Perimetry
- Sources of Errors While Performing and Interpreting Tonometry
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- Clinical Trials in Glaucoma
- Basics of a Trial Design for Glaucoma
