Basic and Clinical Science Course Section 8 External Disease and Cornea

Description

Basic and Clinical Science Course™, Section 8: External Disease and Cornea

Section 8 of the Academy’s Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) begins with a review of the structure and function of the external eye and cornea, followed by a chapter on relevant examination techniques and devices. The book covers various topics, including ocular surface disease and therapeutic interventions, degenerations and depositions, congenital anomalies, corneal dystrophies, infectious diseases, immune-mediated diseases, and neoplastic disorders. Toxic and traumatic injuries of the anterior segment and corneal transplantation are also discussed.

For BCSC Section 8’s major revision, content was reorganized for improved readability, such as the chapter on degenerations and depositions of the conjunctiva, cornea, and sclera. The “Key Points” is a feature that identifies important information throughout the text, and “Clinical Pearls” present information that has a direct impact on the diagnosis and management of corneal disease.

Section 8 has 58 videos, 15 of which are new and many of which demonstrate surgical procedures, exam techniques (sample) and more. Interactive elements are provided throughout the text to help strengthen your clinical knowledge. These elements include an activity on the corneal layers with corresponding confocal images, and a case study on Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy and cataracts (sample). Both print and eBook users can access the videos, case studies, and activity.

Upon completion of Section 8, readers should be able to:

Describe the anatomy of the external eye and cornea
Explain the overall strategy, examination, and technology used for systematic evaluation of the cornea and the external eye
Identify the distinctive clinical signs and treatment of specific diseases of the ocular surface
Section chair: Danielle Trief, MD, MSc

Print: 568 pages

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Print ISBN: 9781681048390  978-1681048390

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About the BCSC
The Academy’s Basic and Clinical Science Course™ is ophthalmology’s definitive source of clinical information. Practicing ophthalmologists and residents worldwide use the BCSC® to ensure the highest-quality patient care.

Each of the 13 volumes includes up-to-date clinical knowledge, concise text, tables, photos and illustrations, multimedia, self-assessment questions with answers, and opportunities to earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Beginning with the 2013–2014 edition, the Academy and the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) have partnered to make the BCSC the standard text for all European ophthalmology training programs. The EBO now recommends the BCSC as the primary educational resource for European trainees and ophthalmologists studying for the annual EBO Diploma Exam.

CME Information
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.