- Covers a wide spectrum of genetic eye diseases
- Includes a separate chapter on genetic counselling in eye diseases with the help of examples
- Discusses recent trends in gene therapy of eye diseases
- Written by well-known ophthalmologists and geneticists
The book focuses on describing the importance of genetics in eye diseases in a comprehensive and concise manner. Mutations in different set of genes have been detected and incriminated in complex mechanisms of causing leading eye diseases such as cataract and glaucoma.
This book written by well-established ophthalmologists and geneticists presents a complicated subject in simple and easy to understand manner. Chapters cover the concept of gene therapy which is an emerging subject with high potential. The book includes a separate chapter on genetic counseling, which has become an integral component of ophthalmology.
The book will assist the practicing ophthalmologists in early diagnosis of genetic eye diseases as well as help the geneticists in understaning the basic concepts. It will also be useful for students who are preparing for MD, MS, DNB and FRCS examinations.
Table of Contents- Genes and Genetics in Ophthalmology
- Genetics in Corneal Dystrophy
- Genetics of Keratoconus
- Genetics of Dry Eye Disease
- Genetics in Cataract: To Be or Not to Be
- Genetics of Congenital Glaucoma
- Genetics in Glaucoma
- Genetics of Retinoblastoma
- Molecular Mechanisms in the Pathogenesis of Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
- Genetics in Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Genetics of Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- An Overview on the Genetic Etiology, Testing, and Therapeutic Options for Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Genetics in High Myopia
- Genetics in Strabismus
- Gene Therapy in Diabetic Retinopathy
- Principles of Genetic Counseling in Eye Diseases
