2017-2018 Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC), Section 11: Lens and Cataract - Softcover

American Academy Of Ophthalmology

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1615258175 ISBN 13: 9781615258178

Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2017

Synopsis

Reviews the anatomy, physiology, embryology and pathology of the lens. Covers the epidemiology, evaluation and management of cataracts and gives an overview of lens and cataract surgery, including special situations. Walks the reader through making an appropriate differential diagnosis and designing a management plan for intraoperative and postoperative complications of cataract surgery. Contains 13 technical videos. Both print and eBook users have access to the videos.

Upon completion of Section 11, readers should be able to:

Identify congenital anomalies of the lens
List types of congenital and acquired cataracts
Describe the association of cataracts with aging, trauma, medications, and systemic and ocular diseases
Describe the evaluation and management of patients with cataract and other lens abnormalities
Section chair: Sharon L. Jick, MD

Print: 244 pages

About the BCSC

The Academy's Basic and Clinical Science CourseTM (BCSC®) is ophthalmology s definitive compilation of scientific research and clinical experience. It is continually updated by a faculty of more than 90 expert ophthalmologists. Each of the 13 volumes includes fundamental clinical knowledge; numerous tables, photos and illustrations; self-assessment questions with answers; and opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM.

Print ISBN: 978-1-61525-817-8

Edition details

• Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1615258175
• ISBN 13: 9781615258178
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 244
• Editor: Sharon L. Jick MD