Handbook of Pediatric Retinal Disease
Kenneth W. Wright (Editor), Peter H. Spiegel (Editor), Lisa ThompsonBooks.org participates in affiliate programs including Bookshop.org and the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you.
Overview
Based on Dr. Wright’s classic major reference, Handbook of Pediatric Retinal Disease outlines the latest findings in diagnosing retinal disorders in children's and the best available treatment options. Distilling the essentials of these somewhat uncommon discorders and diseases into a portable, complete and authorative pocket reference, this handbook offers a complete picture of how to best treat pediatric patients. Specifically, the introductory chapters on the specifics of pediatric ophthalmology (embryology, post-natal development and the pediatric exam) will help newcomers to pediatric practice fully grasp the subtle differences in pediatric care. The chapters are written by leading experts in the field and are presented in a user-friendly format, relying on heavily illustrated in color plates, clincally helpful tables, charts, and decision-making guidelines. This approach will enable the practitioner (whether specialist or generalist) to make the most accurate diagnosis and choose the most effective treatment option.
Synopsis
Based on Dr. Wright’s classic major reference, Handbook of Pediatric Retinal Disease outlines the latest findings in diagnosing retinal disorders in children's and the best available treatment options. Distilling the essentials of these somewhat uncommon discorders and diseases into a portable, complete and authorative pocket reference, this handbook offers a complete picture of how to best treat pediatric patients. Specifically, the introductory chapters on the specifics of pediatric ophthalmology (embryology, post-natal development and the pediatric exam) will help newcomers to pediatric practice fully grasp the subtle differences in pediatric care. The chapters are written by leading experts in the field and are presented in a user-friendly format, relying on heavily illustrated in color plates, clincally helpful tables, charts, and decision-making guidelines. This approach will enable the practitioner (whether specialist or generalist) to make the most accurate diagnosis and choose the most effective treatment option.
Doody Review Services
Reviewer:Tim B. Hopkins, MD, FACS(University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine)
Description:This is a well-illustrated, fairly concise summary of pediatric retinal pathology. The authors propose that it can be used for parent education, and I admit many times a picture is truly worth 1,000 words. The chapters follow a logical progression, making most related topics grouped together.
Purpose:This book is intended as a practical resource in the diagnosis and management of most retinal disorders found in the pediatric population. To the authors' credit, they go beyond the typical science of medicine approach, and include a critical chapter about breaking the news to the parents and family. I don't recall another book that addresses this important yet ignored aspect of the art of pediatric ophthalmology.
Audience:This is targeted at pediatric or retina ophthalmologists/fellows and it will quickly find its way into their hands and practice. The authors are all well recognized experts, and this handbook has achieved its goal as a practical reference.
Features:The authors cover the most common topics from hereditary and congenital disorders, to acquired childhood vascular lesions and ROP. High quality photographs accompany each new diagnosis which capture the most characteristic qualities for that diagnosis. However, it would be nice to have a series of "normals" perhaps at the very end of the handbook for comparison when educating families, medical students, and residents.
Assessment:My biggest disappointment is that a book of this quality is only available in paperback. It achieves its goals as a handbook, but it could easily become a full-sized leather bound text with even larger photographic illustrations. I suspect it might not be such a practical reference, were it not to fit in a lab coat pocket.
Editorials
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Reviewer: Tim B. Hopkins, MD, FACS(University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine)Description: This is a well-illustrated, fairly concise summary of pediatric retinal pathology. The authors propose that it can be used for parent education, and I admit many times a picture is truly worth 1,000 words. The chapters follow a logical progression, making most related topics grouped together.
Purpose: This book is intended as a practical resource in the diagnosis and management of most retinal disorders found in the pediatric population. To the authors' credit, they go beyond the typical science of medicine approach, and include a critical chapter about breaking the news to the parents and family. I don't recall another book that addresses this important yet ignored aspect of the art of pediatric ophthalmology.
Audience: This is targeted at pediatric or retina ophthalmologists/fellows and it will quickly find its way into their hands and practice. The authors are all well recognized experts, and this handbook has achieved its goal as a practical reference.
Features: The authors cover the most common topics from hereditary and congenital disorders, to acquired childhood vascular lesions and ROP. High quality photographs accompany each new diagnosis which capture the most characteristic qualities for that diagnosis. However, it would be nice to have a series of "normals" perhaps at the very end of the handbook for comparison when educating families, medical students, and residents.
Assessment: My biggest disappointment is that a book of this quality is only available in paperback. It achieves its goals as a handbook, but it could easily become a full-sized leather bound text with even larger photographic illustrations. I suspect it might not be such a practical reference, were it not to fit in a lab coat pocket.