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In the 6th edition of this Colour Atlas of Ophthalmology, all the chapters have been comprehensively updated to incorporate the latest advances in the understanding, diagnosis, investigations and treatment of ocular diseases. This edition has new chapters on glaucoma, trauma, global blindness with major revisions of chapters particularly cornea, cataract and retina. Photographs and images have been updated to reflect the progress in imaging systems and new diagnostic modalities. The electronic version of this book also includes short videos of common surgeries in ophthalmology. With more than 300 high quality pictures and concise text, this book will be an excellent reference for medical students, general practitioners, optometrists, paramedical personnel and community ophthalmic assistants to help understand and treat common eye diseases. Contents: Preface to the Sixth Edition Preface to the Fifth Edition Preface to the Fourth Edition History and Examination Lid, Lacrimal Apparatus and Orbit Conjunctiva, Sclera and Cornea Cataract Glaucoma Uveitis: Iris, Ciliary Body and Choroid Retina and Vitreous Diabetic Retinopathy and the Eye in Systemic Diseases Neuro-Ophthalmology Eye Diseases in Children Ocular Injuries Refractive Errors Ophthalmic Medications Global Blindness and Its Prevention Index Readership: For medical students, general practitioners, optometrists, paramedical personnel and community ophthalmic assistants.