Management of Strabismus and Amblyopia

Download or read book Management of Strabismus and Amblyopia written by John A. Pratt-Johnson and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2001 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for the general ophthalmologist, orthoptist, ophthalmic technologist, and subspecialists in strabismus, this guide outlines the most successful diagnostic and treatment methods. It also provides recommendations for consideration in treating patients. Chapters discuss the development of the disorder, diagnosis and evaluation, varieties of the problem and related difficulties, surgery, common mistakes, and the status of treatment in developing countries. A glossary is also included. Pratt-Johnson is professor emeritus in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of British Columbia. Tillson is director of the Orthoptic Training Programme at the University of British Columbia. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)