PEDIATRIC LENS DISEASES

1. Embryonic Development of the Human Lens
2. Human Visual Development
3. Anatomy and Physiology of the Crystalline Lens
4. Etiology of Pediatric Lens Diseases
5. Epidemiology of Pediatric Cataracts
6. Classification and Morphology of Pediatric Cataracts
7. Overview of Pediatric Cataract Treatments
8. History Taking and Specialized Examination of Lens Diseases in Children
9. Perioperative Challenges and Solutions in the Management of Children with Cataracts
10. General Anesthesia in Pediatric Lens Surgery
11. Care of Pediatric Lens Surgery
12. Pediatric Cataract Extraction
13. Calculation and Selection of Intraocular Lens Power for Children
14. Selection of Intraocular Lenses for Children
15. Pediatric Intraocular Lens Implantation
16. Cataract Surgery in Children with Anomalies of the Uvea
17. Ectopia Lentis in Children
18. Cataract Surgery in Children with Preexisting Posterior Capsular Defects
19. Surgery of Congenital Cataracts Associated with Persistent Fetal Vasculature
20. Pediatric Cataract Surgery in Microphthalmic Eyes
21. Lens Trauma in Children
22. Intraoperative Complications and Management
23. Postoperative Complications and Management
24. Prevention and Management of Pediatric Secondary Cataracts
25. Reposition, Explantation, and Exchange of Intraocular Lenses
26. Postoperative Visual Rehabilitation in Children with Lens Diseases
27. Quality of Life Assessment in Children with Lens Anomalies

This book focuses on disorders of the lens, which are a major cause of blindness in children. During development, children’s eyes have unique physiological and structural characteristics, such as an immature blood-aqueous barrier, which presents considerable challenges for ophthalmologists involved in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric lens disorders. Throughout the book, the pathology, examination, anesthesia, surgical treatment and nursing care of pediatric lens disorders are discussed in detail. It not only presents diverse pictures and images from clinical practice, it also includes the latest findings in the field. It will be of interest to ophthalmologists and paediatricians looking to improve the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric lens disorders and provide a valuable reference resource for all those involved in ophthalmic clinical practice, teaching and research.

Features
• Provides up-to-date and comprehensive information on pediatric lens disorders
• Facilitates ophthalmologists and paediatricians to improve the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric lens disorders
• Valuable reference resource for professionals in this field

Author
Yizhi Liu is a professor and director of Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, China and he is also the director of State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology at Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, China.