Originally published in 1939, this book presents a comprehensive study of hydrophthalmia, also known as buphthalmia, incorporating information on causes, treatment and outlook as they were understood at the time of publication. An approach based on comparative anatomy and pathology is used, with analysis of Australian fauna such as ornithorhyncus, echidna, pseudochirus and dasyurus incorporated into the study. The text also provides descriptions of all the different methods of operative treatment which had been tried, with a thorough analysis of the results obtained by various surgeons. Numerous illustrative figures are included throughout. This book will be of interest to anyone with an interest in the history of medicine and ophthalmology.

Hydrophthalmia or Congenital Glaucoma: Its Causes, Treatment, and Outlook

Medical Books

Ringland Anderson, J.

Parsons, John Herbert

Medicine

Cambridge University Press

Originally published in 1931, this book presents a detailed study of the facts and theories regarding detachment of the retina as they existed at the time of publication. The text is divided into six chapters, discussing the following areas: general aspects of the condition; the structure and function of involved tissues; pathogenesis; differential diagnosis; treatment; and prognosis. Illustrative figures and an appendix section are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in opthalmology and the history of medicine.

Detachment of the Retina: A Contribution to the Study of its Causation and Treatment

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Hydrophthalmia or Congenital Glaucoma: Its Causes, Treatment, and Outlook

Detachment of the Retina: A Contribution to the Study of its Causation and Treatment