Brief overview of ophthalmology

Patients with eye emergencies can present anywhere - in the GP's surgery, in the emergency department and in the outpatient clinic. However, few people outside the field of ophthalmology are sure how to approach their problems.
This handy guide will take you through the key steps to safely examine a patient with acute eye problems, recognise what you can do yourself, and when to refer to a specialist clinic.
You will find in it: an overview of the most common eye diseases and an effective approach to their diagnosis and treatment, a clear "triage tool" for quick decision-making on the severity and urgency of the condition, a glossary of common ophthalmological terms and drugs for easier orientation in the reports, a guide to basic examinations and interpretation of their results.
The symbols in the text make it clear what is safe to do in the GP's surgery or emergency room, and when the ophthalmologist should take over. Red flag boxes highlight critical clinical situations that must not be overlooked.
The book is for everyone, who want to deepen or refresh their knowledge of diagnostics, treatment and indications for referral to ophthalmology - medical students, for aspiring doctors, practitioners, to emergency medicine doctors and junior ophthalmologists.