6th Edition
by Bruce J. W. Evans (Author)
Now in a fully up-to-date 6th Edition, Pickwell's Binocular Vision Anomalies provides a practical introduction to binocular vision, offering comprehensive theory, how-to clinical guidance, and a summary of current research in a single, consolidated volume. Ideally suited for both students and clinicians, this bestselling text serves as an accessible, evidence-based reference when faced with binocular vision or pediatric challenges.
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Covers routine examinations and
testing protocols, including CISS questionnaire, cover test, foveal
suppression, fixation disparity, four prism diopter base out test,
Lindblom’s method, and double Maddox rod test.
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Includes numerous
video clips of key testing procedures, including new clips on Mallett
fixation disparity test and fusional reserve testing, as well as an
interactive video quiz to help you test your knowledge.
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Features sweeping
content updates such as the latest information on 3-D displays,
therapeutic uses of computer games and virtual reality for vision
therapy, computerized testing methodologies, binocular and accommodative
mechanisms associated with myopia, updated prescribing criteria,
therapeutic use of contact lenses, detection of pathology associated
with strabismus, drugs causing diplopia, and the evidence-based
treatment of convergence insufficiency syndrome and amblyopia.
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Contains helpful
study features throughout, including Clinical Key Points boxes,
step-by-step test routines, typical features of extraocular muscle
palsies and syndromes, and Case Study boxes that cover important
clinical and legal scenarios, and new boxes that summarize testing
procedures for each of the main binocular vision tests.
