Oxford Handbook of Ophthalmology, 2nd Revised edition--------------------------------------------------Now in its second edition, this new Oxford Handbook of Ophthalmologycontinues to be an unparalleled source of knowledge, providing immediateaccess to the detailed clinical information you need - in casualty,clinic, theatre, and on the wards. It comprises a systematic synopsisof ophthalmic disease directed towards diagnosis, interim assessment,and ongoing management. Assessment boxes for common clinical conditions,and algorithms for important clinical presentations illustrate thispractical approach. The information is easily accessed, being presentedin a standard format with areas of importance highlighted. Key sectionsfor the trainee include clinical skills, aids to diagnosis, and investigationsand their interpretation. Basic perioperative care, medical emergenciesand advanced life support protocols are included. New to this editionare chapters on refractive ophthalmology - containing practical adviceon the treatment of refractive error by use of glasses, contact lensesand refractive surgery - and evidence-based ophthalmology - a helpfulintroduction to critical appraisal, levels of evidence, and medicalstatistics as relevant to ophthalmology.Primarily intended for ophthalmologists,this handbook has become established as a valuable resource for anyoneworking with ophthalmic patients, whether optometrists, orthoptists,ophthalmic nurses or other health professions in ophthalmology. Ithas also become a core text for postgraduate examinations.