Overview

Stem Cells in Ophthalmology describes a wide range of therapeutic applications of stem cells in ophthalmological treatments. This book is written and edited by distinguished international authors, who have drawn heavily on their in-depth academic knowledge, practical experience and research. Comprised of 17 chapters, the book initially covers basic stem cell biology and immunity, proceeding to detail the use of stem cell therapy to regenerate all the structures of the visual system and ocular adnexa. Immunologic factors, such as antigen identification and functional rejection pathways are discussed in detail. The book also details practice of translational medicine and facilities, and governmental requirements needed to establish an ocular stem cell program. Stem Cells in Ophthalmology gives extensive coverage to the regenerative use of stem cells in ophthalmology. Enhanced by 84 colour images and illustrations, this is an essential resource for ophthalmologists and stem cell therapists. Key Features *84 full colour images and illustrations * Covers all structures of the visual system in detail * Edited by pan-American team of ophthalmology experts from Argentina, USA and Brazil

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Author:   Daniel H. Scorsetti ,  Victor L. Perez ,  Jose Alvaro Pereira Gomes
Publisher:   Jaypee Highlights
Imprint:   Jaypee Highlights
Weight:   0.450kg
ISBN:  

9789962678762

ISBN 10:   9962678765
Pages:   232
Publication Date:   01 January 2015
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Stem Cells Chapter 2: Ocular Surface Epithelia Side Population Stem Cells: Isolation, Molecular Signatures and Approaches to Activation and Self Renewal for Tissue Regeneration Chapter 3: Cultivation In Vitro and Ex Vivo Chapter 4: Avoiding Rejection: Immunological Aspects for Successful Stem Cell Therapy Chapter 5: Ocular Surface Stem Cells: Science and Surgery Chapter 6: Corneal Stromal Keratocytes and Endothelial Cells Chapter 7: Restricted Pluripotent Cells and Their Integration into the Trabecular Meshwork Chapter 8: Crystalline Lens Stem Cells, Reparation and Regeneration Chapter 9: Stem Cells in the Orbit and Ocular Adnexal Tissue Chapter 10: Cell Therapy for Total Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency Chapter 11: Cell Therapy for Corneal Endothelial Dysfunction Chapter 12: Cell Therapy for Retinal, Optic Nerve and Visual Tract Diseases Chapter 13: Role of Stem Cells in Lacrimal and Meibomian Gland Development and Regeneration Chapter 14: Towards the Use of Non-Ocular Cell Lineages in Ocular Surface Disease Chapter 15: Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells and Their Potential to Treat Eye Diseases Chapter 16: Gene Therapy Chapter 17: Protocols, Facilities, Equipment, Materials and Regulations for Establishing a Human Stem Cell Program Index

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Daniel H. Scorsetti MD PhD Chairman and Professor of Ophthalmology, Director, Board of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, USAL, Chief of Cornea, CEOS, Buenos Aires, Argentina Victor L. Perez MD Director, Ocular Surface Center, Walter G. Ross Distinguished Chair in Ophthalmic Research, Professor of Ophthalmology, Microbiology and Immunology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, Florida, USA Jose Alvaro Pereira Gomes MD PhD Professor of Ophthalmology/Universidade Federal de S. Paulo - UNIFESP/EPM, Director, Anterior Segment Area and Advanced Ocular Surface Center (CASO) UNFESP/EPM, President, Sociedad Panamericana de Cornea (PanCornea), Sao Paulo, Brazil

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