Overview

This book is a concise guide to elevation based tomographic imaging for ophthalmologists and cataract surgeons. Beginning with an introduction and overview of its evolution, the following chapters explain how to understand and interpret the data presented. Various procedures for different conditions are discussed, including the use of Pentacam for cataract disorders. With contributions from internationally renowned authors, this new edition includes more than 200 colour images and illustrations. The final section is a glossary of important terminology.

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Author:   Michael W. Belin ,  Stephen S Khachikian ,  Renato Ambrosio Jr
Publisher:   Jaypee Highlights
Imprint:   Jaypee Highlights
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   1.050kg
ISBN:  

9789962678533

ISBN 10:   9962678536
Pages:   262
Publication Date:   18 May 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents * CHAPTER 1 Introduction and Overview * CHAPTER 2 Evolution of Topographic / Tomographic Imaging * CHAPTER 3 Understanding Elevation Based Topography: How Elevation Data is Displayed * CHAPTER 4 The Importance of Understanding the Reference Surface * CHAPTER 5 Suggested Set-up and Screening Guidelines * CHAPTER 6 Normative Data for the Oculus Pentacam * CHAPTER 7 Comprehensive Pachymetric Evaluation * CHAPTER 8 Keratoconus / Ectasia Detection with a Modified (Enhanced) Reference Surface Belin / Ambrosio Enhanced Ectasia Display * CHAPTER 9 Keratoconus & Ectasia Detection: Asymmetric Keratoconus & Post LASIK Ectasia Study * CHAPTER 10 Applications of Artificial Intelligence Techniques for Improving Tomographic Screening for Ectasia * CHAPTER 11 Elevation Topography Atlas * CHAPTER 12 Scheimpflug Images in Clinical Practice * CHAPTER 13 BESSt 2 Formula for IOL Calculation * CHAPTER 14 Evaluation of Corneal Optical Quality for Premium IOLs with Pentacam HR * CHAPTER 15 Scheimpflug Evaluation of Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma * CHAPTER 16 Other Displays * CHAPTER 17 The Use of Pentacam in a Cataract Practice * CHAPTER 18 Glossary

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Michael W Belin MD FACS Professor of Ophthalmology & Vision Science, University of Arizona & Southern Arizona Veterans Administration, Health Care System Tucson, Arizona, USA Stephen S Khachikian MD Black Hills Regional Eye Institute, Rapid City, South Dakota, USA Renato Ambrosio Jr MD PhD Instituto de Olhos Renato Ambrosio, Rio de Janeiro Corneal Tomography and Biomechanics Study Group; Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Federal University of Sao Paolo, Brazil

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