Ultra Widefield Imaging of the Retina (Paperback)

Ultra Widefield Imaging of the Retina covers basic anatomy and physiology of the retina, providing the technical aspects of ultra widefield retinal imaging that give readers a strong grounding in the discipline’s central tenets. The book provides a comprehensive view of the peripheral retina, enabling better detection of pathology and more accurate assessment of disease progression. It fills the knowledge gap among healthcare professionals with regard to principles, procedural aspects, and clinical applications of these innovations. In essence, anyone seeking in-depth information on imaging and the treatment of vascular chorioretinal disorders, inflammatory disorders, and chorioretinal tumors will find it here.

New imaging modalities, improved image quality, and enhanced analysis techniques have proven valuable tools in the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases, hence this book will serve as a resource for clinicians and researchers to stay up-to-date in this rapidly evolving field.

• Provides a comprehensive overview of ultra widefield retina imaging, covering the principles, advancements, and clinical applications of this cutting-edge technology
• Offers practical guidance on integrating ultra widefield imaging into clinical practice
• Includes insights and best practices for accurate interpretation and analysis of ultra widefield images, enhancing patient care and treatment outcomes
• Presents current research frontiers, potential future developments, and trends in the field, ensuring readers are well-informed and prepared for the future of retinal imaging

Maria Vittoria Cicinelli, MD, FEBO, is Assistant Professor at Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele in Milan, Italy. She completed a fellowship in Medical Retina in Chicago (USA). With over 210 peer-reviewed articles and books, Dr. Cicinelli has contributed to Medical Retina and Uveitis. She serves as Editor-in-Chief for AJO International and Associate Editor for several indexed journals, and is a member of several international societies. In addition to her academic achievements, Dr. Cicinelli is dedicated to mentoring and training medical students at Università Vita-Salute.

Francesco Bandello is Professor and Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University Vita-Salute San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Pavia in 1980 and completed his ophthalmology licensure at the University of Milan in 1984, both with highest honors. He further trained at Université Paris-Val de Marne – Paris XII as an Assistant Étranger.

He is the President of the European Vision Institute Clinical Research Network (EVICR.net) and has served as Editor-in-Chief of the European Journal of Ophthalmology to 2024. He is also President of the ESASO Foundation and a member of the AI in Ophthalmology Society. He actively contributes to advisory boards and technical panels of the Italian Ministry of Health.

His past roles include President of the European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA) and President of the Association of Italian University Professors of Ophthalmology. He has been a member of the National Eye Institute (NIH) Special Emphasis Panel and has contributed to the European Board of Ophthalmology.

He has received numerous awards, including the Gabriel Coscas Medal, the Cunha-Vaz Award, the EURETINA Lecture Award, and the Mills and Margaret Cox Macula Society Research Grant. He has served as principal investigator in multiple international clinical trials and has authored over 1100 PubMed-indexed publications and 14 books.