Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery, 5th edition (Original PDF from Publisher + Videos)

By Richard C. Allen

The Academy’s Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery is an essential textbook for all ophthalmic surgeons in training. This valuable text helps residents and trainees build a solid comprehension of ophthalmic surgical knowledge. This edition lays the foundation for over 80 surgical procedures covered in the companion volume, Basic Techniques of Ophthalmic Surgery.This edition includes:

• More than 250 photographs and illustrations.
• A new chapter on sustainable practices in the operating room and updates in ergonomics, surgical instruments, and blades.
• A Highlights section outlining the most important clinical pearls and takeaways at the beginning of each chapter.

Contents:Evaluation and Preparation

• Patient Selection
• Preparation of the Patient
• Preparation of the Surgeon
• Informed Consent
• Simulation in Surgical Training
• Surgical Logistics

The Importance of Ergonomics for Ophthalmologists

• The Operating Microscope and Surgical Loupes
• Surgical Instruments and Blades
• Suture Materials and Needles
• Lasers
• ACGME Requirements for Surgical Training
• Intraoperative Considerations

Aseptic Technique and the Sterile Field in the Operating Room

• Ophthalmic Anesthesia
• Hemostasis
• Suturing and Knot Tying
• Intraocular Fluids
• Patient Safety Issues
• Sustainable Operating Room Practices
• Postoperative Considerations

Postoperative Management

• The Healing Process
• Dressings
• Handling of Ocular Tissues for Pathology
• Complications and Their Consequences

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ American Academy of Ophthalmology; 5th edition (31 July 2024)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 290 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1681047438
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1681047430