Oftalmologi

This handy volume illustrates the basics of clinical three-dimensional (3D) printing, addressing the practical aspects of establishing a simple and effective 3D printing service in a medical facility. No longer confined to makers and workshops, this very recent technology has been fast developing and rapid prototyping has proven its potential in the clinical field as well, leading to new approaches. The declared aim of this work is enabling medical professionals to create bespoke anatomical models from a series of CT or MRI images, and assisting them in choosing the best suited 3D printers and materials for each specific clinical need. The text includes original, full-color step-by-step photos for better guidance, and a complete review of related publications in literature. Single chapters devoted to specific areas of 3D printing application, such as rhinoplasty, ear reconstruction, oculoplasty, maxillofacial surgery, as well as for surgical simulations.Contents are completed by a review of the legal aspects and the safety and quality considerations, as well as a thorough examination of the variety of 3D printers, compatible materials as filaments and resins, and including the available online resources. Plastic, Ophthalmologic and Maxillofacial surgeons, and professionals dealing with surgical reconstruction, will find this guide to be a valuable companion for the understanding of 3D printing in clinical practice.

Jeder Kataraktchirurg fürchtet sich vor Komplikationen, aber auch wenn sich diese nicht völlig vermeiden lassen, kann man lernen, sie zu beherrschen. In diesem praktischen Buch wird klar und deutlich erklärt, wie man mit den verschiedenen Komplikationen umgeht, die bei einer Kataraktoperation auftreten können, von einer subluxierten Intraokularlinse bis hin zu einem heruntergefallenen Nukleus. Es gibt dem Chirurgen klare Anweisungen, wie er am besten vorgeht, und zwar in der Art eines Kochbuchs, indem zunächst die Zutaten (Ausrüstung) und die Vorbereitung (Planung) beschrieben werden und dann die Technik Schritt für Schritt mit Hilfe zahlreicher hilfreicher Farbabbildungen erläutert wird.Komplikationen während und nach der Kataraktoperation: Von der Phakoemulsifikation über die sekundäre IOL-Implantation bis hin zum Kerntropfen, 2. Auflage, enthält vollständig überarbeitete Kapitel, in denen die technischen Entwicklungen dargestellt werden, sowie neue Kapitel über die Trokar-Chirurgie von der Pars plana und die chirurgische Behandlung eines Kerntropfens mit einer Kataraktmaschine. Leser, die Techniken zum Umgang mit einer ganzen Reihe potenzieller Komplikationen erlernen möchten, werden in diesem Buch ein unverzichtbares Hilfsmittel finden.

'Beyond Carrots - Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z' shatters the common myth that carrots are all you need for healthy vision. In fact, there are over 30 nutrients your eyes need to protect and preserve them for a lifetime. In this "eye-opening" book, double board-certified ophthalmologist and integrative practitioner Dr. Rudrani Banik, M.D., shares this range of nutrients critical for healthy vision. She also highlights the Best Foods for Eye Health A to Z, an entire alphabet of therapeutic foods richest in these nutrients to support your eyesight. In the book's foreword, New York Times best-selling author and Dr. Banik's patient, Frank Bruni, underscores the importance of being proactive about protecting eyesight. Vision is a major public health concern as the population ages, especially in light of nutrient-poor dietary habits, sedentary lifestyles, the obesity epidemic, and visual demands of excessive screen time with blue light exposure. According to the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, the incidence of eye diseases may rise by 55% by the year 2050, with myopia, cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration becoming more prevalent.To counter these trends, Dr. Banik stresses, "Nutrition is the foundation of healthy eyesight, and everyone - from children to adults - should be aware of the optimal diet they should follow to maintain healthy vision and avoid blindness in the years and decades to come." The nutrients and foods in 'Beyond Carrots' will help support your eyesight and prevent common diseases like dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. When it comes to healthy vision and the prevention of eye diseases, it is important to eat right for your sight!Complete with full-color illustrations, delicious and nutritious recipes, a chapter on eye supplements, and over 300 references, "Beyond Carrots" provides readers with a comprehensive roadmap for taking charge of their eye health. Dr. Banik's expertise as a board-certified ophthalmologist equips readers with evidence-based information, expert guidance, and practical strategies for maintaining a lifetime of healthy vision. For more information and additional resources to help you support your eyes for years of healthy vision ahead, please visit https://www.drranibanik.com/beyondcarrots

Mental health has risen in the social consciousness of Americans in recent years.Celebrities and professional athletes have helped to bring new awareness regarding mental health with their actions. Simone Biles, an Olympic gymnast, had to withdraw from team events during the Summer Olympics Games in 2021. Singer/actress Demi Lovato has openly discussed her battles with eating disorders and bipolar disorder. These examples of celebrities openly discussing their personal experiences has helped to make mental health a more open conversation in American society (Heiser, 2021; Silva, 2021).There have been several research studies that have added to the problem space of the study.