GlaucomaFranz Grehn, Robert Stamper Springer Science & Business Media, 2006 M10 5 - 194 pages Te series Essentials in Ophthalmology was initi- to discuss clinically relevant and appropriate t- ated two years ago to expedite the timely trans- ics. Summaries of clinically relevant information fer of new information in vision science and have been provided throughout each chapter. evidence-based medicine into clinical practice. Each subspecialty area now has been covered We thought that this prospicient idea would be once, and the response to the frst eight volumes moved and guided by a resolute commitment in the series has been enthusiastically positive. to excellence. It is reasonable to now update our With the start of the second cycle of subspecialty readers with what has been achieved. coverage, the dissemination of practical informa- Te immediate goal was to transfer informa- tion will be continued as we learn more about tion through a high quality quarterly publication the emerging advances in various ophthalmic in which ophthalmology would be represented by subspecialties that can be applied to obtain the eight subspecialties. In this regard, each issue has best possible care of our patients. Moreover, we had a subspecialty theme and has been overseen will continue to highlight clinically relevant - by two internationally recognized volume edi- formation and maintain our commitment to - tors, who in turn have invited a bevy of experts cellence. G. K. Krieglstein R. N. |
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... mechanisms discussed and illustrated in this vol- ume have not appeared in textbook format be- fore. We hope that all the topics and authors we have selected are helpful in improving the under- standing of the many faces of glaucoma and ...
... mechanisms discussed and illustrated in this vol- ume have not appeared in textbook format be- fore. We hope that all the topics and authors we have selected are helpful in improving the under- standing of the many faces of glaucoma and ...
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... Mechanisms ... 5 1.7 Pump Regulation 1.2 Laboratory Evidence of Pressure and Flow : of a Mechanical Aqueous Long Term ... Mechanism ..... ... 19 Relationships ... 9 1.8.2 1.3.2 Valves in SC Carry Aqueous 9 1.4 . Trabecular Tissues and ...
... Mechanisms ... 5 1.7 Pump Regulation 1.2 Laboratory Evidence of Pressure and Flow : of a Mechanical Aqueous Long Term ... Mechanism ..... ... 19 Relationships ... 9 1.8.2 1.3.2 Valves in SC Carry Aqueous 9 1.4 . Trabecular Tissues and ...
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Franz Grehn, Robert Stamper. 1.9 Clinical Evidence of Pump 2.3 Failure Mechanisms in Glaucoma .... 28 1.9.1 Pulsatile Aqueous Flow 2.4 Decreases in Glaucoma Eyes ... 28 1.9.2 Pulsatile Aqueous Flow 2.4.1 Stops As IOP Increases in ...
Franz Grehn, Robert Stamper. 1.9 Clinical Evidence of Pump 2.3 Failure Mechanisms in Glaucoma .... 28 1.9.1 Pulsatile Aqueous Flow 2.4 Decreases in Glaucoma Eyes ... 28 1.9.2 Pulsatile Aqueous Flow 2.4.1 Stops As IOP Increases in ...
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... mechanism is present to transmit the intraocular pulse across the trabecular mesh- work to Schlemm's canal ( SC ) and the aqueous veins . Goldmann , Ascher , and others provide ex- quisitely detailed descriptions of the effect of the ...
... mechanism is present to transmit the intraocular pulse across the trabecular mesh- work to Schlemm's canal ( SC ) and the aqueous veins . Goldmann , Ascher , and others provide ex- quisitely detailed descriptions of the effect of the ...
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... Mechanisms Other circulatory loops , such as the veins and lymphatics , pump fluid back to the heart by means of pressure transients that drive fluid in one direction. 1.1 Introduction 50 1 Circulatory Loops Dependent Pressure Return ...
... Mechanisms Other circulatory loops , such as the veins and lymphatics , pump fluid back to the heart by means of pressure transients that drive fluid in one direction. 1.1 Introduction 50 1 Circulatory Loops Dependent Pressure Return ...
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