Description
The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped outer layer of the eye that covers the pupil, iris, and anterior chamber. It is responsible for focusing light onto the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The cornea is also a protective barrier, shielding the inner eye from foreign objects, infection, and trauma.
Corneal dystrophies and degenerations are a group of disorders that affect the cornea. Dystrophies are inherited conditions that typically cause a gradual loss of vision, while degenerations are acquired conditions that can occur at any age. Both dystrophies and degenerations can lead to a variety of symptoms, including blurred vision, glare, Bourkehalos, and pain.
**Ocular Pathology: A Color Atlas** is divided into 10 chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of corneal dystrophies and degenerations. The first chapter provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the cornea. The second chapter discusses the causes and symptoms of corneal dystrophies. The third chapter discusses the management of corneal dystrophies. The fourth chapter discusses the causes and symptoms of corneal degenerations. The fifth chapter discusses the management of corneal degenerations. The sixth chapter discusses the role of corneal transplantation in the treatment of corneal dystrophies and degenerations. The seventh chapter discusses the role of laser surgery in the treatment of corneal dystrophies and degenerations. The eighth chapter discusses the role of stem cell therapy in the treatment of corneal dystrophies and degenerations. The ninth chapter discusses the role of gene therapy in the treatment of corneal dystrophies and degenerations. The tenth chapter discusses the future of corneal dystrophies and degenerations research.
**Ocular Pathology: A Color Atlas** is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about corneal dystrophies and degenerations. It is a comprehensive, up-to-date, and well-illustrated guide to these disorders.
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Language : English
Dimensions : 6 x 9 inches
Pages : 179 pages
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