Explore the comprehensive guide to managing Pterygium with our insightful book. It delves into the complexities of dealing with Pterygium, a common ocular condition characterized by a fleshy mass on the nasal conjunctiva that can invade the cornea. This book provides a deep understanding of Pterygium and its management, making it an essential resource for Ophthalmic surgeons.
Key features include:
– Detailed explanation of Pterygium’s etiopathogenesis, providing insight into the development and progression of this eye condition.
– Comprehensive workup of a Pterygium case, offering step-by-step guidance to diagnose and plan treatment strategies.
– Techniques for Pterygium excision using Conjunctival Autografting with both glue and suture techniques.
– Special chapters on effective management of corneal opacity post-Pterygium surgery, highlighting the use of antimetabolites in Pterygium management and adjunctive therapy.
– Coverage of complex scenarios such as double-headed Pterygium and Pterygium complicated with co-existing cataract, corneal opacity, ocular surface squamous neoplasia, and glaucoma post-filtering surgery.
– Innovative surgical techniques like extensive Tenectomy, narrow strip Conjunctival Autograft, Sandwich technique, Autologous blood, Mini-flap technique, and Minor Ipsilateral Simple Limbal Epithelial Transplantation (Mini-SLET) are described in detail for surgeons to replicate.
Our book’s primary benefit is its comprehensive nature, offering a deep understanding of Pterygium and its management. It is a one-stop solution for surgeons looking for a reliable resource on Pterygium diagnosis, treatment strategies, and innovative surgical techniques.
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Authors:
Tushar Agarwal (Author),
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Edition:
1st
Publication Date:
February 28, 2017
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