20192020 Bcsc Basic And Clinical Science Course Section 10 Glaucoma 20192020 American Academy Of Ophthalmology by American Academy Of Ophthalmology, Christopher A. Girkin Md (editor) 9781681041452, 1681041456 instant download after payment.

Provides a comprehensive discussion of glaucoma, including epidemiology and the social and economic impacts of the disease; hereditary and genetic factors; intraocular pressure and aqueous humor dynamics; and clinical evaluation and surgical therapy. // The various classes of medical therapy for glaucoma are described in terms of efficacy, mechanism of action and safety. Contains numerous images illustrating disease entities and surgical techniques. Enhanced with eight surgical videos. Both print and eBook users have access to the videos. // Upon completion of Section 10, readers should be able to: *Identify the epidemiologic features of glaucoma, including the social and economic impacts of the disease; *Describe the clinical evaluation of the glaucoma patient, including history and general examination, gonioscopy, optic nerve examination, and visual field; *Describe the clinical features, evaluation, and treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma and normal-tension glaucoma; *List the various clinical features of and therapeutic approaches for the primary and secondary open-angle glaucoma. // Last major revision: 2016 2017 // About the BCSC: The Academy's Basic and Clinical Science CourseTM is ophthalmology s definitive source of clinical information. Practicing ophthalmologists and residents worldwide use the BCSC® to ensure the highest-quality patient care. Stay current with the ophthalmic reference that is vetted by 100+ ophthalmologists every year. // Each of the 13 volumes includes up-to-date clinical knowledge, concise information and tables, self-assessment questions with answers, photos and illustrations and opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. // Beginning with the 2013-2014 edition, the Academy and the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) have partnered to make the BCSC the standard text for all European ophthalmology training programs. The EBO now recommends the BCSC as the primary educational resource for European trainees and ophthalmologists studying for the annual EBO Diploma Exam. // CME Information: The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. // The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.