Aging in Ophthalmology

Aging in Ophthalmology examines the aging process of the eye and how this affects the future evolution of ophthalmology.

With a strong focus on the aging process and therapeutic options, the book also shows the capabilities that prevent and treat the aging of the eye through the latest improvements in the medical and surgical possibilities of ophthalmology.

In 18 chapters. Aging in Ophthalmology describes the aging process of the eye from a practical perspective as well as the consequences from the therapeutic point of view. The book describes both the risks of the aging of the eye, the aging of the different parts of the eye (like the retina, lens and iris), the therapeutic approaches to limit the aging processes of the eye and a glance into the future. This book is a valuable resource for ophthalmologists of all subspecialties and researchers interested in aging process in the human eye

• Provides an update on the aging process in the human eye from the anterior segment to the posterior segment of the eye
• Includes innovative insights on ocular surface ageing
• Shows the capabilities to prevent and treat the aging of the eye