Modern Retinal Laser Therapy : Principles and Application.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Luttrull, J. K.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Diabetic retinopathy.

Retina.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (248 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam : Kugler Publications, 2023.

Summary:

This book, "Modern Retinal Laser Therapy: Principles and Application" by Jeffrey K. Luttrull, MD, explores the evolving field of retinal laser therapy, emphasizing its principles and clinical applications. It provides an in-depth analysis of modern techniques, such as low-intensity and high-density treatments, and their use in various retinal conditions like diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. The text is intended for medical professionals, particularly retina specialists, offering insights into safe and effective laser therapy practices. It stresses the importance of integrating new research findings while adhering to patient safety and treatment efficacy. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Half-Title Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Table of Contents

Common Abbreviations and Definitions

Testimonials

Dedications

Foreword by Igor Kozak

Foreword by Sathy V. Bhavan

Preface

Overview

Section I. Principles of Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Chapter 1. Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Chapter 2. Retinal Photocoagulation

Chapter 3. The Foundations of Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Section II. The Mechanisms of Retinal Laser Action

Chapter 4. Pillar I of Modern Retinal Laser Therapy: Low-Intensity Treatment With contribution by David Kent, MD

Chapter 5. Pillar II of Modern Retinal Laser Therapy: High-Density Treatment

Chapter 6. Targeted versus Nontargeted Therapy: Fragility versus Antifragility

Section III. General Clinical Considerations of Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Chapter 7. Neurodegeneration, Neuroprotection, and Neuroregeneration

Chapter 8. Laser Parameters for Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Chapter 9. Modern Retinal Laser Therapy Treatment Strategies

Section IV. Clinical Applications of Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Chapter 10. Diabetic Retinopathy

Chapter 11. Modern Retinal Laser Therapy for Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Chapter 12. Open-Angle Glaucoma and Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Chapter 13. Analog Indications for Modern Retinal Laser Therapy: Extending the Treatment Concepts of the Iconic Chronic Progressive Retinopathies

Chapter 14. Perspectives and Predictions for Modern Retinal Laser Therapy

Acknowledgments

References.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9789062992980

9062992986

OCLC:

1406413165