Emergency Ophthalmology A Rapid Treatment Guide

Illustrated in full color, this guide provides everything
nonspecialists need to screen, identify, treat, and if
necessary, refer conditions of the eyes, generally the most
difficult emergencies faced by nonophthalmologists



In this much-needed resource, an ophthalmologist explains what
primary and emergency care medical personnel must know to care
for frequently seen eye problems.

* Guides you in step-by-step eye exams

* Offers quick, visual access to answers in 175 illustrations

* Covers conditions from simple eyelid inflammations to blow-out
fractures and chemical splash injuries

* Includes chapters on glaucoma, traumatic injuries, pediatric
eye problems, retinal/vitreous conditions, and more

* Explains procedures and standards for a number of useful tests

* Provides clear guidelines on when to refer

* Complete with numerous Pearls




More than emergency treatment reference, here is an excellent
way for primary care providers to gain a solid working knowledge
of ophthalmology.