2020-2021 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 12: Retina and Vitreous Print

Section 12 describes the major vitreoretinal disorders and appropriate diagnostic methods and treatment principles. An overview of the structure and function of the retina and its relationship to the pigment epithelium, choroid and vitreous is provided. Includes the management of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and venous occlusive disease chapter covering retinovascular disease associated with cardiovascular disease. An emphasis on imaging is demonstrated in this text with more than 175 images and ten surgical videos (sample) to illustrate common vitreoretinal procedures and 9 interactive figures. Both print and eBook users have access to the videos and animations. Separate chapters are devoted to age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinopathy of prematurity, including the latest imaging techniques and choroidal detail. Selected therapeutic topics include laser therapy and vitreoretinal surgery. Upon completion of Section 12, readers should be able to: – Select appropriate methods of examination and ancillary studies for the diagnosis of vitreoretinal disorders – Describe the principles of medical and surgical treatment of vitreoretinal disorders – Incorporate data from major prospective clinical trials in the management of selected vitreoretinal disorders Last major revision: 20182019 Section chair: Colin A. McCannel, MD Print: 468 pages About the BCSC The Academy’s Basic and Clinical Science Course is ophthalmologys definitive source of clinical information. Practicing ophthalmologists and residents worldwide use the BCSC® to ensure the highest-quality patient care. Rely on the ophthalmic reference that is rigorously reviewed by 100+ ophthalmologists so you can focus on what is most relevant. Each of the 13 volumes includes up-to-date clinical knowledge, concise information and tables, self-assessment questions with answers, photos and illustrations and opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Beginning with the 20132014 edition, the Academy and the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) have partnered to make the BCSC the standard text for all European ophthalmology training programs. The EBO now recommends the BCSC as the primary educational resource for European trainees and ophthalmologists studying for the annual EBO Diploma Exam. CME Information The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.