Overview

This book is a comprehensive guide to the complete field of contact lenses for optometrists and ophthalmic assistants. Beginning with an introduction to the evolution of contact lenses and the relevant anatomy and physiology, the following chapters explain the different types of contact lenses, materials and fitting, and lens solutions. Chapters dedicated to the use of contact lenses with certain ocular conditions such as astigmatism, keratoconus and aphakia, are also included. The final sections discuss complications associated with wearing contact lenses and also the fitting of lenses after refractive surgery. The fifth edition has been fully revised to provide the very latest information and features images, diagrams and tables to enhance learning. Key Points Comprehensive guide to contact lenses for optometrists and ophthalmic assistants Fully revised new edition providing latest information in the field Covers all types of contact lenses and potential complications Includes use of lenses with specific ocular disorders and after refractive surgery

Full Product Details

Author:   Rajesh Sinha ,  Vijay Kumar Dada
Publisher:   Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
Imprint:   Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
Edition:   5th Revised edition
Weight:   0.500kg
ISBN:  

9789386150448

ISBN 10:   9386150441
Pages:   333
Publication Date:   31 January 2017
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Evolution of Contact Lenses Relevant Anatomy and Physiology Contact Lenses: Indications Contact Lens: Contraindications Materials for Contact Lenses Contact Lens Patients: Initial Visit Keratometry and Corneal Topography Fitting Philosophies Handling Instructions Follow-up Post-fitting Problems Astigmatism Keratoconus Aphakia Inspection and Verification Contact Lens Solutions Special Lenses and Indications Soft Lenses Contact Lens: Optics Ocular Response to Contact Lens Wear Extended Wear Lenses Gas Permeable Cellulose Acetate Butyrate (Hard Lenses) Toric Soft Lenses Special Lenses Complications of Contact Lenses Ocular Changes with Contact Lenses Silicone Lenses Extended Wear Rigid Lenses Contact Lens Fitting after Refractive Surgery   Appendices Index

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Rajesh Sinha MD DNB FIACLE FRCS Additional Professor Cornea, Lens and Refractive Surgery Services, Dr Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India Vijay Kumar Dada MS DOMS Senior Consultant, Department of Ophthalmology, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India

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