A step-by-step guide on pediatric ophthalmic surgery featuring tricks of the trade from top expertsChildren can be affected by a wide range of ophthalmic disorders, many of which require surgical intervention.
Pediatric Ophthalmology Surgery and Procedures: Tricks of the Trade by esteemed pediatric ophthalmologist Sylvia Yoo and expert contributors covers the full range of pediatric ophthalmic procedures. As with other titles in this series, the book is consistently formatted with concise, step-by-step guidance. Chapters include goals, advantages, expectations, key principles, indications, contraindications, preoperative preparation, surgical planning, perioperative tips and pearls, operative technique and tools, what to avoid, complications, and postoperative care.
Organized into six sections and 19 chapters, the text encompasses ophthalmic surgical approaches that pediatric ophthalmologists are likely to perform. Disease-related sections cover strabismus, eye conditions impacting the orbit and anterior segment, glaucoma, and retinopathy of prematurity. The final section provides guidance on preparing for exams under anesthesia to ensure that the required equipment and testing are arranged in advance of the child being placed under anesthesia.
Key Highlights- Insightful tips, tricks, and pearls from experienced specialists help readers optimize outcomes and limit complications
- The user-friendly layout is conducive to quickly reading and reviewing each operative procedure and salient features
- Pertinent figures and tables enhance understanding of step-by-step procedural descriptions and retention of knowledge
This easy-to-use pediatric ophthalmology guide is a must-have reference for ophthalmology residents and fellows. Ophthalmologists who treat infants, children, and teenagers will also benefit from the extensive tips and pearls.
This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy Table of ContentsSection I: Strabismus Surgery- 1: Planning and Preparation for Strabismus Surgery
- 2: Surgical Anatomy
- 3: Conjunctival Incisions for Strabismus Surgery
- 4: Rectus Muscle Surgery
- 5: Adjustable Suture Technique
- 6: Inferior Oblique Surgery
- 7: Superior Oblique Surgery
- 8: Reoperations
- 9: Special Procedures
- 10: Botulinum Toxin Injection for Strabismus
Section II: Orbital Procedures- 11: Nasolacrimal Duct Procedures
- 12: Dermoid Cyst Excision
Section III: Anterior Segment Procedures- 13: Pediatric Cataract Surgery
- 14: Corneal Crosslinking for Keratoconus
Section IV: Pediatric Glaucoma Procedures- 15: Goniotomy
- 16: Trabeculotomy
Section V: Procedures for Retinopathy of Prematurity- 17: Retinopathy of Prematurity Laser Photocoagulation
- 18: Anti-Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (anti-VEGF) Injections
Section VI: Examination under Anesthesia- 19: Preparation for Exams under Anesthesia
