Description: Learn to recognize, diagnose, and manage a wide range of common ocular conditions! Slatter's Fundamentals of Veterinary Ophthalmology, 7th Edition, provides comprehensive, thoroughly updated coverage of the structure and function of the eye, ophthalmic examination and diagnostic techniques, medical and surgical management of ocular disease, and management of ocular emergencies in small and large animals, including dogs, cats, horses, livestock, birds, and exotic pets. Ideal for veterinary students as well as generalist and specialist veterinarians, this systematic and easily assimilated reference supports ophthalmic clinical decision-making, exam preparation, and everyday practice. |
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- Clinical tips boxes highlight practical advice and helpful facts using categories such as: The Controversy Remains, Did You Know?, Look Again, and Note
- Editorial team of internationally respected veterinary ophthalmologists shares comprehensive clinical expertise in all areas
- Practical, clinically focused coverage provides one-stop diagnostic guidance on ophthalmic disease in small and large animals, including dogs, cats, horses, livestock, birds, and exotic pets
- Chapters on equine, livestock, and exotic pet ophthalmology are written by specialists in these fields to ensure the most clinically relevant coverage
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| New To This Edition: |
- NEW! High-resolution images depict ocular conditions encountered in practice and demonstrate a large variety of diagnostic and surgical techniques
- NEW! Updated content enhances coverage of topics such as diseases of the ocular surface, glaucoma treatment, intraocular disease, ocular pharmacology, and imaging
- UPDATED! Additional species are addressed in the exotics chapter, including birds, reptiles, and small mammals
- NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, allows digital access to all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud on a variety of devices. Also included is a glossary of ophthalmic terminology and an appendix on breed disposition to inherited eye diseases.
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| Table Of Contents: |
1. The Eye and Vision 2. Ophthalmic Examination and Diagnostic Testing 3. Ophthalmic Medications and Therapeutics 4. Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery 5. Diseases of the Orbit 6. Diseases of the Eyelids 7. Diseases of the Third Eyelid 8. Diseases of the Conjunctiva 9. Diseases of the Lacrimal System 10. Diseases of the Cornea and Sclera 11. Diseases of the Uvea 12. The Glaucomas 13. Diseases of the Lens 14. Diseases of the Vitreous 15. Diseases of the Retina 16. Neuroophthalmic Diseases 17. Ophthalmic Emergencies 18. Equine Ophthalmology 19. Livestock Ophthalmology 20. Exotic Pet and Avian Ophthalmology |