Kanski's Synopsis of Clinical Ophthalmology,
Edition 4
By John F. Salmon, MD, FRCS, FRCOphth

Publication Date: 01 Jun 2022
Description

Practical and portable, Kanski's Synopsis of Clinical Ophthalmology, 4th Edition, distills the key information from the bestselling Kanski’s Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach into a convenient, easy-to-follow volume. Perfect for quick reference, this concise resource contains "need to know" information highlighted by more than 900 high-quality illustrations and clinical photographs with clear explanations. New author, Dr. John Salmon, provides a fresh approach to critical content, ensuring that this manual remains an ideal on-the-go reference, as well as an efficient study guide for examinations.

Key Features

    • Covers the essential information you need to effectively diagnose and manage a comprehensive range of ophthalmic disorders, using a concise format that makes it easy to quickly grasp the "must-know" aspects of each condition.
    • Keeps you up to date with the latest advances in the treatment of glaucoma, the use of biological agents in the treatment of uveitis, genetic advances in hereditary retinal dystrophies, anti-VEGF agents for macular disease, and OCT/OCTA imaging.
    • Includes a new chapter covering examination techniques, along with sweeping content updates on key topics.
    • Features hundreds of high-quality images: diagnostic imaging, including OCT/OCTA; surgical and clinical photos depicting presenting signs and symptoms as well as surgical techniques; and medical illustrations that convey important anatomical considerations.
    • Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
    About the author
    By John F. Salmon, MD, FRCS, FRCOphth, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Oxford Eye Hospital, Oxford, UK
    Table of Contents
    Preface
    Acknowledgements
    Abbreviations
    1 Examination of the Eye
    2 Eyelids
    3 Lacrimal Drainage System
    4 Orbit
    5 Dry Eye
    6 Conjunctiva
    7 Cornea
    8 Corneal and Refractive Surgery
    9 Episclera and Sclera
    10 Lens
    11 Glaucoma
    12 Uveitis
    13 Retinal Vascular Disease
    14 Acquired Macular Disorders
    15 Hereditary Fundus Dystrophies
    16 Retinal Detachment
    17 Vitreous Opacities
    18 Strabismus
    19 Neuro-Ophthalmology
    20 Ocular Tumours
    21 Ocular Side Effects of Systemic Medication
    22 Trauma
    Index
    Book details
    ISBN: 9780702083730
    Page Count: 466
    Illustrations : Approx. 850 illustrations (800 in full color)
    Retail Price : £73.99
    Audience
    Ophthalmologists, ophthalmology residents