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Author:   M. Ackermann ,  Jörg Draeger ,  F.C. Blodi ,  H. Buhr-Unger
Publisher:   Springer Verlag GmbH
Imprint:   Springer Verlag GmbH
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1984
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.254kg
ISBN:  

9783709187470

ISBN 10:   3709187478
Pages:   158
Publication Date:   31 December 2011
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction.- 2. Anatomy and Physiology of the Cornea.- 2.1 Anatomy.- 2.2 Corneal Sensitivity.- 3. Development of the Various Methods of Esthesiometry.- 3.1 Early Investigations.- 3.2 Newer Attempts for a Technical Solution.- 3.3 Electronic-Optic Esthesiometer.- 4. How to Use the Esthesiometer.- 5. Comparison Between Static and Dynamic Esthesiometry.- 6. Topography of Corneal Sensitivity.- 7. The Receptor Field of Corneal Sensitivity.- 8. Stimulus-Sensation — Relationship in the Cornea.- 8.1 Results.- 8.2 Discussion.- 9. The Sensitivity of the Conjunctiva.- 10. The Localization of a Stimulus on Cornea and Conjunctiva.- 11. The Lid Reflex as an Indicator of Corneal and Conjunctival Sensitivity.- 12. The Age Dependency of the Corneal Sensitivity.- 13. Metabolie Influences on the Corneal Sensitivity.- 13.1 Corneal Sensitivity in Patients with Diabetes mellitus.- 13.2 Corneal Sensitivity After Light Coagulation.- 13.3 Changes in Corneal Sensitivity Düring Pregnancy.- 14. The Effect of Surface Anesthetics.- 14.1 Discussion of Our Results.- 15. Local Anesthetic Effects of Beta Blockers.- 15.1 Methodology.- 15.2 Results.- 15.3 Discussion.- 16. Examinations on Pharmacogenetics.- 17. The Influence of Contact Lenses on Corneal Sensitivity.- 17.1 Retrospective Study.- 17.2 Prospective Study.- 18. Corneal Sensitivity as an Indicator for the Reinnervation of the Cornea After a Cataract Incision or After a Perforating Keratoplasty.- 18.1 Corneal Sensitivity After Cataract Extraction.- 18.2 Corneal Sensitivity After Penetrating Keratoplasty.- 18.3 Comparison Between Fresh and Stored Donor Corneas.- 18.4 Reinnervation After Keratoplasty with HLA-Typed Donor Material.- 19. The Influence of the Type of Anesthesia on Corneal Sensitivity.- 20. Corneal Sensitivity After a Bücklingor Encircling Operation for a Retinal Detachment.- 21. Corneal Sensitivity and Intraocular Pressure.- 22. Differential Diagnosis and Monitoring of Herpetic Keratitis.- 23. Corneal Sensitivity After Trigeminal Block.- 23.1 Discussion.- 24. Conclusion.- References.

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