Description
A trusted textbook for undergraduate students for more than 100 years, which also caters to the basic needs of postgraduate students and practitioners. The book was first published in 1907, and on account of its clear and friendly presentation style as well as its authoritative coverage of ocular disorders, it quickly became a fundamental text for students. Since then the book has maintained its popularity with students through regular revisions and updates. The 19th edition of this book was especially adapted to the context of Indian subcontinent with a special mention about the infections that occur predominantly in this region. The 22nd edition continues this trend by presenting unparalleled guidance on nearly every ophthalmic condition and procedure, including the latest advances in the field, making the book more comprehensive and contemporary.• Inclusion of Important Points to Remember at the end of the book• Addition of new clinical photographs, flowcharts, and tables to facilitate quick learning• Extensively revised and updated edition• Reader-friendly version with information highlighted in points, flow charts and tables• Information provided to help prepare for PG entrance and other competitive examinations
Table of Contents
Section I Anatomy and Physiology1. Embryology and Anatomy2. Physiology of the Eye3. The Physiology of Vision4. The Neurology of VisionSection II Ophthalmic Optics and Refraction5. Elementary Optics6. Elementary Physiological Optics7. Refraction8. Refractive Errors of the EyeSection III Ocular Examination Techniques and Ocular Therapeutics9. Ocular Symptomatology10. Assessment of Visual Function11. Examination of the Anterior Segment12. Examination of the Posterior Segment and Orbit13. Ocular TherapeuticsSection IV Diseases of the Eye14. Diseases of the Conjunctiva15. Diseases of the Cornea16. Diseases of the Sclera17. Diseases of the Uveal Tract18. The Lens19. The Glaucomas20. Diseases of the Retina21. Diseases of the Vitreous22. Diseases of the Optic Nerve23. Intraocular Tumours24. Injuries to the EyeSection V Disorders of Motility25. Anatomy and Physiology of the Motor Mechanism26. Comitant Strabismus27. Incomitant StrabismusSection VI Diseases of the Adnexa28. Diseases of the Lids29. Diseases of the Lacrimal Apparatus30. Diseases of the OrbitSection VII Systemic Ophthalmology31. Diseases of the Nervous System with Ocular Manifestations32. Ocular Manifestations of Systemic DisordersSection VIII Preventive Ophthalmology33. Genetics in Ophthalmology34. The Causes and Prevention of BlindnessSection IX Surgical Instruments in Ophthalmology35. Surgical Instruments in Ophthalmology
