Pterygium: Techniques and Technologies for Surgical Success

By: John Hovanesian

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Synopsis: Pterygium surgery often presents a challenge to ophthalmic surgeons due to a high tendency for tissue re-growth. Pterygium: Techniques and Technologies for Surgical Success details the latest advances in ocular surface surgery, as well as new methods to overcome the traditional complications of pterygium surgery. Dr. John A. Hovanesian and his contributors address pterygium surgery through a detailed compilation of intraoperative and postoperative patient management. Pterygium: Techniques and Technologies for Surgical Success includes step-by-step details on a wide range of treatment therapies, such as:• Use of fibrin tissue adhesive• Conjunctival autograft techniques, including wide margin autograft• Amniotic membrane techniques and pearls• Mitomycin and 5FU Adjuncts• Conjunctival Chalasis• Postoperative complications management, including the surgical approach to recurrencesPterygium: Techniques and Technologies for Surgical Success is an indispensible resource for ophthalmic surgeons, residents, fellows, and assisting staff who must keep up with the latest ocular procedures regarding pterygium surgery.