2008-2009 Basic and Clinical Science Course: Section 11: Lens and Cataract (Basic and Clinical Science Course 2008-2009)

✍ Scribed by James C. Bobrow, MD

Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology
Year: 2008
Tongue: English
Leaves: 291
Edition: Revised
Category: Library

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✦ Synopsis

This section underwent major revision for the 2008-2009 edition. Section 11 reviews the anatomy, physiology, embryology, and pathology of the lens. It also covers the epidemiology of cataracts and their evaluation and management in adults. In addition, an overview of lens and cataract surgery is provided, complications of cataract surgery are discussed, and cataract surgery in special situations is explored. Contains many new images.

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