Synopsis
This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to astigmatism. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information to users on how to update their knowledge using various Internet resources. The book is designed for physicians, medical students preparing for Board examinations, medical researchers, and patients who want to become familiar with research dedicat (more…)

This work deals with the surgical correction of this refractive error. Surgeons seeking to refine their corrective procedures will benefit greatly from the techniques presented. Ophthalmologists should find this text useful as a reference for learning the basics for managing this condition. Toric IOLs, laser and incisional techniques, and upcoming toric IOL technology are examples of procedures profiled and analyzed. Topics covered include: correction of astigmatism at the time of (more…)