Emergency ophthalmology - Hung Cheng

This user–friendly guide to dealing with the acute eye patient concentrates on diagnosis and early management. Its symptom based approach facilitates quick and easy reference in an emergency. Written especially for junior doctors, ophthalmology students, and accident and emergency officers, it is extensively illustrated with full colour photographs and provides concise information for dealing with ocular emergencies. Subjects covered include: persistent and transient visual loss
flashes and floaters.
the red eye
trauma
contact lens problems
diplopia.
headaches
pain
swellings around the eyes.
coincidental findings
postoperative complications.
Backed up with tables on differential diagnosis, advice on when to refer, and algorithms on management policy, it is a comprehensive, yet readily accessible handbook for anyone starting out in ophthalmology.