Edited by
Robert L. Peiffer, Jr., DVM, PhD, DACVO
and
Simon M. Petersen-Jones, DVetMed, PhD, DVOphthal, DipECVO, MRCVS

Saunders Ltd. Title
ISBN: 9780702028618
344 pages 225 ills
Trim size 8 1/2 X 5 7/16 in
Copyright 2009
Softcover, Reference



Description

This new edition retains the successful problem-oriented approach and full color text of the previous edition, along with wide coverage of all aspects of small animal ophthalmology and more than 150 color illustrations.
In addition the new edition offers much more, including an instructional CD-Rom of 40 clinical cases comprising video clips and questions, to further improve the reader's skills in reaching an accurate diagnosis and selecting the best treatment option.
All chapters have been fully revised and updated to take into account latest developments.



Key Features

Over 150 full-color illustrations on all common ophthalmic conditions
Problem-oriented approach engages the reader and promotes learning
Concise basic science chapter to set the background to the clinical conditions
Comprehensive clinical examination and diagnosis chapter
International ophthalmic formulary appendix for quick reference to drug doses and formulations
Aimed at veterinary students and general practitioners

New to this Edition

• Comes with CD-Rom packed with 40 clinical cases to help readers apply what they have learned
• New illustrations cover key clinical conditions and surgical procedures
• Includes new material throughout on exotics
• New contributors brought in to keep the text fully up to date
  
  

Table of Contents

Ch 1. Clinical Basic Science
Ch 2. Diagnostics
Ch 3. Therapeutics
Ch 4. Abnormal Appearance
Ch 5. Visual Impairment
Ch 6.Orbital and Ocular Pain
Ch 7. Ocular Discharge
Appendix: Ophthalmic Formulary

Author Information

Edited by
Robert L. Peiffer, Jr., DVM, PhD, DACVO, Senior Investigator, Merck and Co., West Point, PA;

and

Simon M. Petersen-Jones, DVetMed, PhD, DVOphthal, DipECVO, MRCVS, Assistant Professor of Comparative Ophthalmology, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Medical Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA