Pediatric Ophthalmology for Primary Care
Pediatric Ophthalmology for Primary Care by Kenneth W. Wright MD is a comprehensive clinical resource manual published by the American Academy of Pediatrics on July 2, 2007. This third edition spans 386 pages and is designed to assist healthcare professionals in addressing a wide range of pediatric eye disorders. The book covers essential topics such as eye examinations, vision screening, strabismus, dyslexia, ocular trauma, and genetic syndromes, providing practical problem-solving strategies for primary care settings.
Readers will find clear and concise explanations paired with numerous figures and photographs that illustrate various eye pathologies. The manual includes over 200 color images and offers expert guidance on effective diagnosis and intervention, covering aspects such as laboratory workup, etiology, differential diagnosis, and treatment approaches. Additionally, it features an expanded chapter on amblyopia and strabismus, along with new information regarding physiologic hypoxia and Down syndrome, making it a valuable resource for those involved in pediatric ophthalmology.
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Formatted for practical problem solving, the new 3rd edition of this clinical resource manual covers the full spectrum of eye disorders, eye examinations, vision screening, strabismus, dyslexia, ocular trauma, genetic syndromes, and all the diverse pediatric-specific eye disorders you are likely to encounter. “This book is a useful and well presented source of pediatric ophthalmology. The excellent photos are clear and crisp.” Stephen Mikell, MD, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, Doody’s Review, 2008.
Clear, concise explanations and recommendations are complemented by numerous figures and photographs demonstrating eye pathology. Includes more than 200 color images; ready access to expert guidance through all the steps in effective diagnosis and intervention, including laboratory workup, etiology, differential diagnosis, preferred treatment approach, clinical course, prognosis, and indications for referral; expanded chapter on amblyopia and strabismus; new information on the importance of maintaining physiologic hypoxia; and down syndrome.
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