Dictionary of visual science and related clinical terms

• Other Authors: Hofstetter, Henry W. 1914- (Editor), Griffin, John R. (Editor), Berman, Morris S. (Editor), Everson, Ronald W. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Boston Butterworth-Heinemann 2000
• Edition: Fifth Edition
• Subjects: Ophthalmology > Dictionary; Vision, Ocular > Dictionary
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• Item Description: CD-ROM in wallet inside back cover
• Physical Description: xviii, 630 pages illustrations 27 cm 1 computer optical disc (4 3/4 in.)
• Format: System requirements for accompanying computer disc: Adobe Acrobat [Exchange] 3.1 or higher or Acrobat Reader 3.1 or. Acrobat Reader 4.05 with search capabilities is included on the CDR
• ISBN: 9780750671316; 0750671319

This Dictionary of "Visual Science and Related Clinical Terms" has been completely updated to include more than 400 new terms on optics and refractive surgery. It contains a convenient appendix on key therapeutic drugs, listed by both generic and trade names to aid in the quick retrieval of information. Emphasis is placed on succinct definition rather than on encyclopedic elaboration. This solid reference has earned recognition among optometrists, students, paraoptometric assistants, and opticians as a comprehensive listing of ophthalmic terms used in daily practice. Included with the book is a CD-ROM, containing the entire text, which provides easy searching and quick reference in a conveniently portable format