Genetic Diseases of the Eye

This highly anticipated third edition brings together an expert group of authors to provide a comprehensive, systematic resource on genetic diseases of the eye. The richly illustrated volume covers every area in ophthalmology such as: malformations, refractive errors, the cornea, glaucoma and cataracts, retina and the optic nerve, eye movement disorders, systemic diseases of the eye, and more. What remains at the core of the book is a sound clinical approach to the patient with genetic diseases that affects the eye. Every chapter emphasizes the clinical aspects of diseases and ties them to underlying molecular mechanisms and outlines current therapy.

This new edition continues to assemble the visionary work and technology that contributors from around the world have accomplished in this exciting field. In addition to updating all 52 original chapters, this 3rd edition contains seven new chapters on: the history of ophthalmic genetics, epidemiology and world view of genetic eye disease, basic genetic principles, imaging, guide to testing modalities and interpretation, visual rehabilitation of the pediatric and adult patient, and delivering bad news; this last chapter to delve into basic genetic counseling. These updates and additions will continue to make Genetic Diseases of the Eye the most important reference for students, specialists, and clinical researchers in the fields of genetics and ophthalmology.