Fundamentals of Pediatric Neuro-Ophthalmology is the first case-based textbook dedicated to pediatric neuro-ophthalmology. Fundamentals is a must-have resource for ophthalmologists, neurologists, emergency medicine physicians, and pediatricians who are seeking a practical guide for the diagnosis and management of pediatric neuro-ophthalmologic disease. With contributions from experts in the Consortium of Pediatric Neuro-ophthalmologists, the text is an important educational reference for trainees and established physicians alike.
Key Features
- Fifty-two real-world clinical cases that examine presenting symptoms and signs, differential diagnosis, approach to evaluation, treatment considerations, visual outcomes, and novel insights into disease management
- Broad coverage of important topics in pediatric neuro-ophthalmology including
Congenital optic nerve anomalies
Optic disc edema
Optic nerve tumors
Optic atrophy
Strabismus
Disorders of the extraocular muscles
Nystagmus
Other abnormal eye movements
Pupillary disorders
Neuro-ophthalmologic manifestations in neurologic and systemic diseases
Higher order visual processing disorders
- Video library of important clinical signs of neuro-ophthalmologic disease
- Discussion of decision making and interpretation of ancillary testing by experts in the field of pediatric neuro-ophthalmology
Easy to follow format that will serve as a concise, practical guide with clinical pearls and references for further reading
About the Author: Gena Heidary, MD, PhD
Director Elect, Pediatric Neuro-ophthalmology Service
Boston Children's Hospital
Harvard Medical School
Paul H. Phillips, MD
Director, Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, Pediatric Neuro-Ophthalmology
Professor Ophthalmology
Arkansas Children's Hospital
