Wills Eye Handbook of Ocular Genetics

Discover the Wills Eye Handbook of Ocular Genetics, a distinguished resource recognized by the BMA Medical Book Awards for Surgical Specialties!

**Unveiling the World of Ocular Genetics**
Delve into the realm of genetic-based eye disorders, a significant contributor to global blindness. Explore the advancements in gene identification and the intricate mechanisms underlying hereditary eye diseases. As the field of ocular genetics gains prominence in the realm of ophthalmology, the need for a comprehensive textbook has become imperative.

**Your Comprehensive Guide**
Authored by experts from Wills Eye Hospital, including Alex Levin, Mario Zanolli, and Jenina Capasso, this handbook offers a practical and reader-friendly approach to diagnosing and managing ophthalmic genetic conditions. Each chapter commences with a disease overview, followed by modern genetic insights, strategies for accurate diagnosis, and invaluable tips gleaned from hands-on experience. Engage with real-life scenarios through questions and answers at the end of each chapter, enhancing your practical expertise.

**Key Features to Enhance Your Practice**
– Explore fundamental genetic concepts, inheritance patterns, genetic testing, and ethical considerations.
– Navigate patient-centered genetic counseling topics including reproduction, emotional support, prognosis, and future options.
– Delve into a spectrum of anterior segment disorders, from corneal dystrophies to childhood cataracts.
– Gain insights into vitreoretinopathies and retinal diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease, and more.

**Empower Your Practice**
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a budding professional in ophthalmology or genetics, this textbook is an indispensable asset. Elevate your patient management skills and outcomes with the clinical expertise encapsulated within the Wills Eye
Authors:
Alex V. Levin (Author)
Edition:
1st
Publication Date:
December 15, 2017
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