Overview
Shows how to avoid confusion between adenovirus keratitis, herpes simplex infections, and Thygeson's keratitis
Contains superb images that capture morphological details of the in vivo epithelial changes in the human cornea, facilitating differential diagnosis
Presents sequential observations that help in understanding the mechanisms underlying the morphological changes
Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras
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Table of contents (7 chapters)
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Adenovirus Epithelial Keratitis
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Thygeson’s Superficial Punctate Keratitis
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About this book
Despite differences in frequency, causation, and infectivity, adenovirus epithelial keratitis and Thygeson's superficial punctate keratitis (TSPK) are often confused in clinical practice owing to the similarity between adenovirus epithelial infiltrates and ‘coarse’ epithelial TSPK lesions. This book presents the morphological features, dynamics, and sequelae of adenovirus and Thygeson's keratitides captured at high magnification in the living human cornea. It thereby fills the existing void between conventional photographs and slit-lamp observations. Case reports demonstrate the importance of patient history in differential diagnosis, illustrate the need for familiarity with early manifestations of adenovirus infections, and assist in the diagnosis of rare variants of TSPK. Furthermore, the detailed observations on the natural course of the diseases ensure that the book will serve not only as a diagnostic tool but also as a reference when evaluating the effects of potential new treatments.
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Adenovirus Epithelial Keratitis and Thygeson's Superficial Punctate Keratitis
Book Subtitle: In Vivo Morphology in the Human Cornea
Authors: Helena M. Tabery
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-21634-3
Publisher: Springer Berlin, Heidelberg
eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2012
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-642-21633-6Due: 21 November 2011
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-662-52068-0Published: 23 August 2016
eBook ISBN: 978-3-642-21634-3Published: 01 November 2011
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: X, 131
Topics: Ophthalmology