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2014-2015 Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC): Section 8: External Disease and Cornea

By Robert W. Weisenthal

Book information

Publisher
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Year
2014
ISBN
1615255621, 9781615255627
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
197 MB (207027132 bytes)
Volume
8
Pages
492\516
Time added
2017-01-22 04:57:39
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Description

Discusses the structure and function of the cornea and external eye and reviews relevant examination techniques. Covers infectious and ocular surface diseases; disorders and surgery of the ocular surface; immune-mediated and neoplastic disorders; and congenital anomalies and degenerations. A chapter on the genetics of corneal dystrophies reflects the IC3D classification. Toxic and traumatic injuries and corneal transplantation are also reviewed.Upon completion of Section 8, readers should be able to:Describe the anatomy and molecular biology of the corneaRecognize the distinctive signs of specific diseases of the ocular surface and corneaOutline the steps in an ocular examination for corneal or external eye disease and choose the appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic testsAssess the indications and techniques of surgical procedures for managing corneal disease, trauma, and refractive error

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