Optimize Your Understanding of Optics and Refraction with the Latest Edition

By A. K. Khurana, the fifth edition of “Theory and Practice of Optics and Refraction” continues to be a part of the Modern System of Ophthalmology (MSO) Series. This edition has been thoroughly revised to incorporate the latest concepts and principles of optics and refraction, keeping up with the evolving investigative and therapeutic optical modalities.

Comprehensive Guide for Ophthalmology Residents and Students

This book provides essential information on the basic principles of Optics, Refraction, and Optical Instruments, making it an indispensable resource for ophthalmology residents and students of Optometry and Orthoptics. The text is organized in an attractive four-colour format, making it easy to understand, retain, and reproduce the facts.

Latest Advances in Refractive Surgery

The fifth edition includes the latest concepts in Refractive Surgery such as:

• Topoguided LASIK
• Contoura Vision Technology
• All Femtosecond Laser Surgery
• ReLEx
• Corneal Inlay for Presbyopia, including Presbyopic Allogenic Refractive Lenticule (PEARL)

Additionally, the book covers recently available Phakic and near vision enabling Intra Ocular Lenses, as well as future Refractive Surgeries such as LIRIC, RELIMP, and LIKE.

Advances in Diagnostic Techniques

The book incorporates advances in:

• Aberrometry
• Wavefront Technology
• Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography (AS-OCT)
• Enhanced Depth OCT
• Confocal Microscopy of Cornea and anterior segment Ultrasound Bio Microscopy (UBM)

It also discusses Digital Eye Strain and the Role of Smartphones in Ophthalmology in detail.

Enhanced Clinical Refraction and Corneal Topography

The chapter on Clinical Refraction has been effectively refurbished, and the text on Corneal Topography has been expanded with essential newer developments.

Published by Elsevier India, the fifth edition of “Theory and Practice of Optics and Refraction” is available from February 13, 2023, in English language.