The Dry Eye
A Practical Approach

Sudi Patel (Author), Kenny Blades (Author)

9780750649780, Elsevier Health Sciences

Paperback, published 28 February 2003

104 pages
15.2 x 22.9 x 0.8 cm, 0.28 kg

""The authors cover the importance of the structure of the normal tear film, and how different types of dry eyes can arise."" Jenifer P. Craig, Optometry Today, July 2004

This invaluable text covers the successful management of dry eye conditions very succinctly and in a way relevant for the modern practitioner or student. Setting goals and treatment objectives, and brimming with sound practical advice, it adopts a clinical decision-making approach to the subject. Management and treatment options are prioritised and evidence-based.An essential pocket reference for all students and practitioners treating dry eye conditions including ophthalmologists, optometrists, dispensing opticians, ophthalmic nurses and all those involved in the management of these challenging conditions.

• Clear discussions explain how to set priorities and establish guidelines for treatment based on the patient's presenting symptoms.
• No other book presents a succinct, practical guide to treatment and successful management of dry eye.
• All factors that can cause dry eye conditions are addressed, looking beyond the most common contact lens complications to factors such as disease, the environment, and equipment worn by the patient.
• Clinically relevant approach makes this unique resource extremely useful in the patient-care setting.
• Practical advice outlines succinct methods for the most effective management of dry eye conditions.
• Comprehensive information is presented in a quick-reference, synoptic format that's convenient and easy-to-use.
• Well-referenced chapters present evidence-based information and point to original sources for further research and investigation.
• Both common and severe dry eye conditions are covered, prioritized so clinicians can see the treatment implications associated with each.
• Clear illustrations and line diagrams show key visual concepts and help readers see the real-world clinical applications.

1. Review of the tear film: a diagnosis and decision making chart
2. Introduction
3. Patient self assessment
4. Laboratory and clinical tests
5. Stability of the tear film
6. Value of the tear film
7. Quality of the tear film
8. Ocular surface health
9. Examples of Dry Eye Questionnaires
10. Therapeutics
11. Conclusions
12. Summary

Subject Areas: Optometry / opticians [MQR]