LASIK Handbook
A Case-Based Approach
Edition:
2
ISBN/ISSN:
9781451172843
Publication Date:
May 2, 2013
2013-05-2
9781451172843
From surgical planning and patient prep, to the latest tools and techniques, The LASIK Handbook: A Case-Based Approach uses real-world ...
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From surgical planning and patient prep, to the latest tools and techniques, The LASIK Handbook: A Case-Based Approach uses real-world examples and straightforward language to help readers optimize results and avoid potential pitfalls.
The text is patient-focused rather than technology-focused and leads the refractive surgeon through a series of real life cases in a progression from the more straight-forward to the increasingly complex with useful take home points in each surgical planning, technique and management of complications are reviewed in a case-based contemporary approach relevant no matter your level of experience.
This hands-on resource provides…
• Practical, case-based format uses real-world examples to promote safe, effective practice, relevant to all refractive surgeons.
• Convenient indexes group cases by clinical findings, making it easy to locate those cases relevant to your prospective patient
• Emphasis on patient-centered care focuses on surgical planning, preparation, and approach, including the prevention and management of complications.
• Coverage of a wide range of equipment familiarizes readers with the latest tools and technologies.
• Expert perspectives identify the pros and cons of the equipment used in LASIK procedures.
• “Take Home Points” highlight valuable information for quick reference.
• 70-question self-assessment test reinforces understanding.
NEW to the Second Edition…
• Fully updated content describes the fundamentals of LASIK treatment as well as the latest tools, techniques, and tips.
• 105 cases (including 30 new cases) cover a wide array of actual clinical experience.
• 21 instructional videos demonstrate technique and management available in a companion website
• 70 self-assessment questions with detailed discussions allow you to test your knowledge and an interactive online question bank provides opportunities to enhance critical thinking and assess learning.
• New chapters on the latest technologies address corneal topography, OCT, femtosecond and excimer lasers and collagen cross-linking written by experts.
• New chapters on international perspectives covers LASIK as performed around the world.
• New chapter on lens implant power selection after LASIK surgery. -
Edition2ISBN/ISSN9781451172843Product FormatPaperback BookTrim Size7 x 10Pages382Illustration151Table94Edition2Publication DateMay 2, 2013Weight1.55
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- Robert S. Feder MD
- Chief, Cornea and External Disease Services, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL
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SECTION I. LASIK FUNDAMENTALS
Chapter 1. Basic LASIK
Robert S. Feder
SECTION II. DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT
Chapter 2. Corneal Topography'
Robert S. Feder
Chapter 3. Optical Coherence Tomography
Robert Weisenthal
SECTION III. FLAPMAKING EQUIPMENT
Chapter 4. The Microkeratomes
David Hardten, Robert S. Feder
Chapter 5.Femtosecond Lasers for LASIK Flap Creation
Paul Bryar
SECTION IV. EXCIMER LASERS
Chapter 6. Technolas Platform
Robert Weisenthal
Chapter 7. VISX Star 4 Platform
Coleman Kraff
Chapter 8. Wavelight Allegretto
Jonathan Rubenstein, Vanee Virasch
Chapter 9. Schwind'
Dr. de Ortueta (Tentative)
SECTION V. MANAGEMENT OF POST SURGICAL PROBLEMS
Chapter 10. Retreatment of Patients After Primary Refractive Surgery
Michael Rosenberg
Chapter 11. LASIK Complications and Management
Christopher J. Rapuano
Chapter 12. Collagen Cross-Linking for Ectasia following Keratorefractive Surgery
Gregor Wollensak, Frederik Raiskup, Eberhard Spoerl
SECTION VI. OTHER SURGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Chapter 13. Role of Mitomycin C in Keratorefractive Surgery
Parag Majmudar
Chapter 14. Cataract Surgery after Keratorefractive Surgery'
Christopher J. Rapuano
Chapter 15. Alternatives to LASIK Surgery
Lawrence Gans
SECTION VII. CASE STUDIES
(We will add the Case Section “Index” here to the Table of Contents for easier location of case topics.)
SECTION VIII—INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES IN REFRACTIVE SURGERY
(several authors)
SECTION IX. ONLINE SELF-ASSESSMENT (Online only)
SECTION X. VIDEO BANK—Online only -
This hands-on resource provides…
• Practical, case-based format uses real-world examples to promote safe, effective practice, relevant to all refractive surgeons.
• Convenient indexes group cases by clinical findings, making it easy to locate those cases relevant to your prospective patient
• Emphasis on patient-centered care focuses on surgical planning, preparation, and approach, including the prevention and management of complications.
• Coverage of a wide range of equipment familiarizes readers with the latest tools and technologies.
• Expert perspectives identify the pros and cons of the equipment used in LASIK procedures.
• “Take Home Points” highlight valuable information for quick reference.
• 70-question self-assessment test reinforces understanding.
NEW to the Second Edition…
• Fully updated content describes the fundamentals of LASIK treatment as well as the latest tools, techniques, and tips.
• 105 cases (including 30 new cases) cover a wide array of actual clinical experience.
• 21 instructional videos demonstrate technique and management available in a companion website
• 70 self-assessment questions with detailed discussions allow you to test your knowledge and an interactive online question bank provides opportunities to enhance critical thinking and assess learning.
• New chapters on the latest technologies address corneal topography, OCT, femtosecond and excimer lasers and collagen cross-linking written by experts.
• New chapters on international perspectives covers LASIK as performed around the world.
• New chapter on lens implant power selection after LASIK surgery.
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