José L. Güell Bücher

Over the past ten years tremendous progress has been achieved in corneal surgery. This volume – the 6th in the 'ESASO Course Series' – reflects the most relevant topics ranging from basic knowledge to the most advanced techniques. It covers the functional anatomy with medical and surgical management of the ocular surface, provides information on high-risk corneal transplantation and explains techniques such as corneal collagen crosslinking, femtosecond laser-assisted penetrating, deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) and descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK). Further contributions describe how to manage astigmatism after corneal transplantation as well as indications of intrastroma corneal ring segments (ICRS) in keratoconus. Well-known corneal and ocular surface surgeons and refractive surgery specialists share their experience in this publication, making it a must-read for every anterior segment surgeon, especially those performing corneal surgery and using corneal refractive procedures.

In the ‘ESASO Course Series’, the essentials of the courses of the European School for Advanced Studies in Ophthalmology (ESASO) are made available in print. The topics of this volume on cataract surgery range from prevention to state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques and the latest surgical treatment options for many eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy or rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Useful basics, surgical principles, challenging cases, as well as the most advanced femtosecond assisted cataract surgeries are discussed. Different styles of intraocular lenses (IOL) such as phakic IOL in standard and special situations, or 'iris claw' IOLs are further presented. Renowned eye surgeons have contributed their knowledge to make this volume a device to give practical support to specialists as well as trainees in cataract and refractive surgery.