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Injuries of the Eyes delivers practical, field-tested guidance on eye injuries in war and civilian life, with clear steps you can follow in urgent moments.
This edition compiles foundational treatment ideas and warning signs to watch for, from first aid to specialist care.
The text frames eye injuries around common scenarios—blunt hits, penetrating wounds, and burns—and explains how to manage them safely. It emphasizes conservative care, antiseptics, and the importance of timely transfer to a skilled ophthalmic surgeon when needed. You’ll find straightforward descriptions of symptoms, bedside procedures, and when to seek professional help.- How to perform immediate first aid after an eye injury in the field.
- How to recognize different types of injuries, including contusion, concussion, and penetrating wounds.
- Practical guidance on wound care, infection prevention, and safe use of local treatments.
- When to refer to a specialist and what to expect in follow-up care and prognosis.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an extensive and thorough investigation into the many injuries the human eyes may suffer from, arranged in categories from concussions through burns to foreign bodies that become lodged within the eye. This book is an essential reference guide for ophthalmic surgeons who will find the author's specific instructions invaluable in making life-or-sight decisions in the field. It will also greatly benefit any medical or paramedical person who may come into contact with such injuries, such as A&E doctors or first aid responders. The author, an ophthalmic surgeon, draws upon his extensive experience in treating eye trauma, including in times of war. This book is an important contribution to the field of ophthalmology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332747290_0
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