Springer Textbook of Refractive Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery (ReLACS)

Femtosecond laser technology allows for extreme precision in surgery. This volume is a comprehensive reference for the general ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon that explains this cutting-edge technology and its application to laser cataract surgery. From the Back Cover Textbook of Refractive Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery (ReLACS) is a comprehensive reference for the general ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon regarding the explosive new technology in femtosecond laser cataract surgery.  Femtosecond laser allows extreme precision in surgery, and is used in refractive surgery and for ‘cuts’ in the cornea, leading to a more uniform treatment for the patient. Textbook of Refractive Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery (ReLACS) is for cataract surgeons and all eye care providers managing or diagnosing cataracts who wish to be informed about this technology and its applications.  Edited and written by recognized leaders in the field, this book covers background, technical, clinical, and commercial aspects of this exciting technology. Some of the topics covered include the evolution of cataract surgery, femtosecond laser fundamentals, challenges of femtosecond laser technology for cataract surgery, and the economics of laser cataract surgery.   About the Author Ronald R. Krueger, MD, MSE Professor of Ophthalmology Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University Medical Director of Refractive Surgery, Cole Eye Institute 9500 Euclid Ave./i32 Cleveland, OH 44195 Jonathan H. Talamo, MD Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology Harvard Medical School Talamo Laser Eye Consultants Reservoir Place, Suite 184 1601 Trapelo Road Waltham, MA 02451 Richard L. Lindstrom, MD Adjunct Professor Emeritus University of Minnesota, Dept of Ophthalmology Founder and Attending Surgeon Minnesota Eye Consultants 9801 Dupont Ave South, Bloomington, MN 55431