Cataract Extraction (Classic Reprint)

H. Herbert

ISBN 10: 1332324991 / ISBN 13: 9781332324996

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is an extensive treatise on cataract extraction - a surgical procedure for removing clouded lenses from the eye. It's a comprehensive guide for ophthalmic surgeons, detailing the history and evolution of the procedure, the tools used, and relevant scientific principles. The author draws on decades of experience and a vast number of performed extractions to elucidate the complexities of the operation. Covering common and complicated cataracts and their operative management, the book also provides insight into the potential complications that may arise and how to prevent them. Ultimately, the book serves as a valuable resource for surgeons looking to enhance their cataract extraction techniques and improve patient outcomes. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781332324996_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cataract Extraction (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332324991
• ISBN 13: 9781332324996
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Surgery

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Synopsis

Mastering cataract extraction: practical techniques and the reasoning behind them.

This classic surgical reference explains how ophthalmic surgeons approach removal of the cloudy lens, with focus on reducing pain, improving safety, and minimizing complications.

Drawing on detailed operative descriptions and instrument use, it covers key methods for opening the capsule, removing cortex, and delivering the lens. It discusses the hands-on steps, the choice between upward and downward corneal sections, and the ways to manage the wound to prevent infection and loss of intraocular contents. The text also describes variations in technique, including conjunctival flaps and cone-shaped or external approaches, along with the considerations that guide each choice.

• How different section styles (upward, downward, and outer) affect access, delivery, and infection risk.
• Conjunctival flap techniques, including adherent flaps and their role in wound closure.
• Alternative approaches such as Bourgeois’ method and double-flap options, with practical steps.
• Common complications and their prevention, such as vitreous loss, iris issues, and postoperative infection risk.

Ideal for readers of ophthalmology history and practitioners seeking a grounded, procedure-focused overview.