Description


For nearly six decades, Vaughan & Asbury’s General Ophthalmology has offered authoritative, state-of-the-art coverage of the diagnosis and treatment of all major ophthalmic diseases, as well as neurological and systemic diseases causing visual disturbances. It is recognized world wide as essential reading for medical students, ophthalmology residents, practicing ophthalmologists, nurses, optometrists, clinicians in other fields of medicine and surgery, as well as those in health-related professions.

The Nineteenth Edition builds on this tradition of excellence by offering a new full-color presentation, an increased number of color photos, and cutting-edge content additions and updates – to deliver all-inclusive coverage that encompasses pathophysiology, basic science, and the latest clinical perspectives. 

Table Content

Chapter 1: Anatomy & Embryology of the Eye 

Chapter 2: Ophthalmologic Examination 

Chapter 3: Ophthalmic Emergencies 

Chapter 4: Lids & Lacrimal Apparatus 

Chapter 5: Conjunctiva & Tears 

Chapter 6: Cornea 

Chapter 7: Uveal Tract & Sclera 

Chapter 8: Lens 

Chapter 9: Vitreous 

Chapter 10: Retina 

Chapter 11: Glaucoma 

Chapter 12: Strabismus 

Chapter 13: Orbit 

Chapter 14: Neuro-Ophthalmology 

Chapter 15: Ocular Disorders Associated with Systemic Diseases 

Chapter 16: Immunologic Diseases of the Eye 

Chapter 17: Special Subjects of Pediatric Interest 

Chapter 18: Ophthalmic Genetics 

Chapter 19: Ophthalmic Trauma 

Chapter 20: Causes and Prevention of Vision Loss 

Chapter 21: Optics & Refraction 

Chapter 22: Ophthalmic Therapeutics 

Chapter 23: Lasers in Ophthalmology 

Chapter 24: Low Vision 

Chapter 25: Vision Rehabilitation