Phakic intraocular lenses are innovative devices that provide the ability to correct extreme levels of myopia, nearsightedness, and astigmatism that other modalities have been unsuccessful correcting. As these devices are increasingly gaining popularity internationally, it has become equally important for a reference to come forward that explains their capabilities. Drs. David R. Hardten, Richard L. Lindstrom, and Elizabeth A. Davis have collaborated with an array of experts to produce Phakic Intraocular Lenses: Principles and Practice, a dynamic text concerning one of the newest frontiers in refractive surgery. This well-referenced text includes multiple styles of intraocular lenses and locations of implantation, as well as results, complications, and optics. The authors utilize a comprehensive, user-friendly format coupled with excellent illustrations to thoroughly explain this emerging topic. An impressive list of contributors provides professional insight into everything there is to know about phakic intraocular lenses. Contributors: C. Joseph Anderson, MD; Nicole J. Anderson, MD; Raymond T. Angeles, MD; Georges D. Baïkoff, MD; Martin Baumeister, MD; Maria M. Braun, MD; Jens Bühren, MD; Tom Clinch, MD; I. Howard Fine, MD; D. Rex Hamilton, MD, MS; Richard S. Hoffman, MD; Jack T. Holladay, MD, MSEE, FACS; Thomas Kasper, MD; Thomas Kohnen, MD; Stephen S. Lane, MD; Anthony J. Lombardo, MD, PhD; Edward E. Manche, MD; Tina M. McCarty, OD, FAAO; Jay McDonald, MD; Alireza Mirshahi, MD; Louis D. Nichamin; Susana Oscherow, MD; Mark Packer, MD; Virginia Piezzi, MD; Louis E. Probst, MD; Sujata S. Purohit, MD; Donald R. Sanders, MD, PhD; David J. Schanzlin, MD; Gary S. Schwartz, MD; Brian J. Snyder, OD; Vance Thompson, MD; Daniel B. Tran, MD; John A. Vukich, MD; Alan R. Westeren, MD; Patricia Sierra Wilkinson, MD; Roberto Zaldivar, MD As an addition to the armamentarium of other types of refractive surgery, phakic intraocular lenses offer surgeons new possibilities for improving their patients' vision. Ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other eye care professionals dealing with implants will benefit greatly from this authoritative resource on phakic intraocular lenses. Topics Include: Posterior Chamber Sulcus Fixated Lenses Posterior Chamber Iris Centered Lenses Anterior Chamber Iris Fixated L Anterior Chamber Angle Fixated Lenses Bioptics Phakic Intraocular Lens Calculations Refractive Lens Exchange Presbyopic and Multifocal Lenses Preoperative Evaluation & Postoperative Care Comparison of Refractive Outcomes Future of Phakic Intraocular Lenses

Phakic IOLs (intraocular lenses) are surgically implanted lenses used for the permanent correction of common vision errors such as myopia (short-sightedness). These implants, which resemble contact lenses, are placed either between the cornea (the clear lens in front of the eye) and the iris (the coloured part of the eye), or just behind the iris. This second edition provides a comprehensive review of the technology and clinical indication of phakic IOLs, their contraindications, how to handle surgical complications and practical issues in their use in refractive surgery. Divided into two parts, the first section discusses the basic principles of refractive surgery with phakic IOLs and the second part examines their implantation including for astigmatism correction, combined and additive procedures and new trends. Key Points Comprehensive review of technology and clinical indication of refractive surgery with phakic IOLs Examines basic principles and implantation techniques Authored by highly experienced ophthalmic specialists in Europe and the USA First edition published in 2003

-Cataract surgery is the most frequently performed surgical intervention worldwide, and the number of refractive surgery procedures, such as LASIK, is growing rapidly -All editors are internationally known experts in the field -Well structured text and design, quick and easy to read -Bridges the gap between primary literature and daily practice, indispensable for continuous education and advanced training -Every 2nd year each volume is updated to include timely information about new developments

This illustrated guide is written by international opinion leaders with extensive experience in the practice of refractive surgery. It is the first book devoted to refractive complications (with practical hints and case reports on outcomes) to provide ophthalmic surgeons with the most adequate solutions for the most frequent problems. All complications are described and lavishly illustrated. The book provides ophthalmic surgeons with the most adequate solutions for the most frequent problems they face in their daily practice.

This book presents new technologies which are available now for the rehabilitation of visual acuity in patients suffering from keratoconusand for arresting the progression of this frustrating disease. All these current treatment options in differing combinations aim to improve the quality of life of the patients and although successful, they are causing confusion for the ophthalmologists; what procedure to do and when? How to perform? Which combination of treatments to choose? Controversies in the Management of Keratoconusprovidesthe widely used treatment options for keratoconus including collagen corneal cross –linking (CXL) covering all the available techniques, intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) , phakic intra-ocular lenses (IOLs), photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) combined or not with CXL penetrating keratoplasty (PK) and deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty ( DALK). Each treatment is addressed by more than one author with different points of view in order to present the various approaches, the logic behind them and the most relevant clinical data available.A chapter by the editor tries to put some light on how to navigate among these controversies. This book will be of interest to trainees as well as the specialized ophthalmologists.

This eBook is a review on the state-of-the-art knowledge on currently available premium intraocular lenses. The volume covers a variety of intraocular lenses including multifocal, accommodative, aspheric, and toric versions and special intraocular biodevices such as intraocular telescopes. Details regarding their features, indications, contraindications and clinical results are also discussed based on evidence based / peer reviewed data. This eBook serves as a brief reference for optometry professionals seeking updates about high quality lenses for eye patients.