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Eye care in developing nations

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Book News Annotation:

Provides guidance and innovative, affordable solutions for nonphysician eye health care workers and ophthalmologists in developing countries. Gives an introduction to public health ophthalmology, then covers eye care in developing nations and gives background information on ophthalmology. Chapters on specific diseases and disorders offer material on epidemiology, diagnosis, prevention, and medical management. Material on surgical management gives detailed instructions for preparing for and performing surgery. Contains b&w photos of diseased eyes, and surgery techniques. Includes a directory of resource agencies, and a glossary. This third edition takes into account changes in the field during the past decade. The author is medical director of the International Eye Foundation, and a professor at West Virginia University and Tulane University.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Description:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 242-246) and index.

Product Details

ISBN:
9781560550433
Publisher:
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Location:
San Francisco
Subject:
Developing countries
Subject:
Primary Health Care
Subject:
Ophthalmology
Subject:
Eye
Subject:
Blindness
Subject:
Eye -- Diseases.
Edition Number:
3rd ed.
Publication Date:
c1999
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
xiv, 270 p.

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