Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery (Paperback)

Richard C. Allen

ISBN 10: 1681047438 / ISBN 13: 9781681047430

Published by American Academy of Ophthalmology, San Francisco, 2024

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Paperback. The Academy's Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery is an essential textbook for all ophthalmic surgeons in training. This valuable text helps residents and trainees build a solid comprehension of ophthalmic surgical knowledge. This edition lays the foundation for over 80 surgical procedures covered in the companion volume, Basic Techniques of Ophthalmic Surgery.This edition includes:More than 250 photographs and illustrations.A new chapter on sustainable practices in the operating room and updates in ergonomics, surgical instruments, and blades.A Highlights section outlining the most important clinical pearls and takeaways at the beginning of each chapter.Contents:Evaluation and PreparationPatient SelectionPreparation of the Patient Preparation of the SurgeonInformed ConsentSimulation in Surgical TrainingSurgical LogisticsThe Importance of Ergonomics for Ophthalmologists The Operating Microscope and Surgical LoupesSurgical Instruments and BladesSuture Materials and NeedlesLasersACGME Requirements for Surgical TrainingIntraoperative ConsiderationsAseptic Technique and the Sterile Field in the Operating RoomOphthalmic AnesthesiaHemostasisSuturing and Knot TyingIntraocular FluidsPatient Safety IssuesSustainable Operating Room PracticesPostoperative ConsiderationsPostoperative ManagementThe Healing ProcessDressingsHandling of Ocular Tissues for PathologyComplications and Their Consequences A new edition of the essential textbook for any ophthalmology resident or trainee that will help them build a solid foundation of ophthalmic surgical knowledge. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery (Paperback)
• Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology, San Francisco
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1681047438
• ISBN 13: 9781681047430
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 5th or later Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

The Academy's Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery is an essential textbook for all ophthalmic surgeons in training. This valuable text helps residents and trainees build a solid comprehension of ophthalmic surgical knowledge. This edition lays the foundation for over 80 surgical procedures covered in the companion volume, Basic Techniques of Ophthalmic Surgery.

This edition includes:

More than 250 photographs and illustrations.

A new chapter on sustainable practices in the operating room and updates in ergonomics, surgical instruments, and blades.

A Highlights section outlining the most important clinical pearls and takeaways at the beginning of each chapter.

Contents:
Evaluation and Preparation

Patient Selection

Preparation of the Patient

Preparation of the Surgeon

Informed Consent

Simulation in Surgical Training

Surgical Logistics

The Importance of Ergonomics for Ophthalmologists

The Operating Microscope and Surgical Loupes

Surgical Instruments and Blades

Suture Materials and Needles

Lasers

ACGME Requirements for Surgical Training

Intraoperative Considerations

Aseptic Technique and the Sterile Field in the Operating Room

Ophthalmic Anesthesia

Hemostasis

Suturing and Knot Tying

Intraocular Fluids

Patient Safety Issues

Sustainable Operating Room Practices

Postoperative Considerations

Postoperative Management

The Healing Process

Dressings

Handling of Ocular Tissues for Pathology

Complications and Their Consequences