2017-2018 Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC), Section 08: External Disease and Cornea (MAJOR REVISION)

Section 8 updates include the latest statistics on indications for corneal transplants from the Eye Bank Association of America. 11 original narrated technical videos demonstrating select surgical techniques, including animations have been added to aid understanding. This section discusses the structure and function of the cornea and external eye and reviews relevant examination techniques. Covers infectious and ocular surface diseases; disorders and surgery of the ocular surface; immune-mediated and neoplastic disorders; and congenital anomalies and degenerations. A chapter on the genetics of corneal dystrophies reflects the IC3D classification. Toxic and traumatic injuries and corneal transplantation are also reviewed. Both print and eBook users have access to the videos.Upon completion of Section 8, readers should be able to:Describe the anatomy and molecular biology of the corneaRecognize the distinctive signs of specific diseases of the ocular surface and corneaOutline the steps in an ocular examination for corneal or external eye disease and choose the appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic testsAssess the indications and techniques of surgical procedures for managing corneal disease, trauma, and refractive errorLast major revision: 2017 2018Section chair: Robert W. Weisenthal, MDPrint: 533 pagesAbout the BCSCThe Academy's Basic and Clinical Science CourseTM (BCSC®) is ophthalmology s definitive compilation of scientific research and clinical experience. It is continually updated by a faculty of more than 90 expert ophthalmologists. Each of the 13 volumes includes fundamental clinical knowledge; numerous tables, photos and illustrations; self-assessment questions with answers; and opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM.Print ISBN: 978-1-61525-814-7