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Title Ophthalmology in extreme environments / Prem S. Subramanian, editor
Published Cham, Switzerland : Springer, 2017

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Description 1 online resource
Series Essentials in ophthalmology
Essentials in ophthalmology. 2196-890X
Contents 1. Neuro-Ophthalmolmic Sequelae of Sustained Microgravity -- 2. The Effects of Extreme Altitude on the Eye and Vision -- 3. Refractive Surgery in Aviators -- 4. Night Vision and Military Operations -- 5. Deep-Sea Environments and the Eye -- 6. Lessons from Animals in Extreme Environments -- 7. Industrial and Military Eye Injuries and Eye Protection Challenges
Summary Aiming to stimulate future research in ocular disorders that occur in specific environments presenting unique hazards to the eye, systemic health, or both, this book assists in identification and effective treatment for these cases. Ophthalmology in Extreme Environments identifies common approaches to the care of disease and injury in these conditions, recognizing gaps in knowledge and working toward better informing the reader. Topics covered include high altitude and vision changes, night vision and military operations, undersea environmental medicine, and modern eye trauma surgery and outcomes
Notes Includes index
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed July 13, 2017)
Subject Neuroophthalmology.
Ophthalmology.
Eye -- Diseases.
Eye -- Physiology
Ocular Physiological Phenomena
Ophthalmology
Eye Diseases
MEDICAL -- Surgery -- General.
Eye -- Diseases
Neuroophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Form Electronic book
Author Subramanian, Prem S., editor.
ISBN 9783319576008
3319576003