Book Overview

This edited book covers the history, basics, principles and fundamentals of cataract surgery, as well as advice on managing challenging cases. It includes various up-to-date information on topics such as phacoemulsification, innovations in phacoemulsification, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, small incision cataract surgery, microscope, intraocular lens, intraocular lens power calculation, ophthalmic viscoelastic device, mass rural cataract surgery, etc. Tips on dealing with complex cases such as small pupils, glaucoma cataracts, cataracts with any retinal problems, cataracts with uveitis, cataracts in paediatric patients, cataracts with any corneal problems and post-refractive surgery, how to combat astigmatism are also discussed. The book includes instructive illustrations, figures and tables to aid the reader's understanding.

Target Audience

Innovation in Cataract Surgery is a comprehensive book for ophthalmologists, ophthalmic surgeons, ophthalmic residents, medical students and researchers in the field of ophthalmology. Ophthalmic nurses, optometrists and opticians will also find this book informative. Edited by renowned surgeons and with chapters written by pioneering authors, the book will help readers gain a better understanding of how innovation has shaped current and future cataract surgery.