Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmology

by Gelatt, Kirk N.

• ISBN13: 9780781785594
• ISBN10: 0781785596
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-04-22
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

Now in its second edition, Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmology provides its readers with a practical introduction to the diagnosis and clinical management of the most frequently encountered eye diseases of domestic animals. Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmology is distilled from the authoritative, two-volume, fourth edition of Veterinary Ophthalmology (Gelatt), drawing primarily on the clinically relevant sections to provide expert coverage in a more concise and quick-reference format - ideal for busy small animal or equine practitioners seeking rapid advice for a patient. The second edition includes more images, algorithms to speed the clinical problem-solving process, key points highlighted in bold, expanded appendices for convenient reference to therapeutic agents, recommended dosages, and possible side effects, and a brief glossary. Practical and accessible, the second edition of Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmology is filled with reader-friendly features to provide veterinary students and practitioners with an indispensable resource for the fundamentals of clinical veterinary ophthalmology. * Focuses on the most common eye diseases of small animals and horses * Provides expert coverage in a concise, quick-reference format * New edition includes more images, algorithms, key points in bold, expanded appendices and glossary * Based on the two-volume definitive reference Veterinary Ophthalmology, 4th Edition (Gelatt)

Author Biography

Kirk N. Gelatt, VMD, Dipl ACVO, is Distinguished Professor of Comparative Ophthalmology in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA. Dr Gelatt is past President of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and the American Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology. He has been awarded the Ralston Purina research award, Gaines-Cycle award, Bourgelatt international award from the British Small Animal Veterinary Association, American Kennel Club Career achievement award, and Mark L. Morris Lifetime Achievement award.

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Ophthalmic Examination and Diagnostics

The Eye Examination and Diagnostic Procedures

Ocular Imaging

Diagnostic Ultrasonography

Electrodiagnostic Evaluation of Vision

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Orbit

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Eyelid

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Tear and Nasolacrimal Systems

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Nasolacrimal System

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Lacrimal Secretory System

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Conjunctiva and Nictitating Membrane

Diseases of the Canine Cornea and Sclera

The Canine Glaucomas

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Anterior Uvea

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Lens

Diseases of the Canine Lens and Cataract Formation

Surgery of the Canine Lens

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Ocular Fundus

Diseases and Surgery of the Canine Vitreous

Diseases of the Canine Ocular Fundus

Surgery of the Canine Posterior Segment

Diseases of the Canine Optic Nerve

Feline Ophthalmology

Equine Ophthalmology

Food and Fiber-Producing Animal Ophthalmology

Exotic Animal Ophthalmology

Comparative Neuro-Ophthalmology

Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease

The Dog

The Cat

The Horse

Food Animals

Appendixes

Glossary

Index

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