| Lacrimal Gland, Tear Film, and Dry Eye Syndromes 3: Basic Science and Clinical Relevance Part B 2002 Edition Contributor(s): Sullivan, David a. (Editor), Stern, Michael E. (Editor), Tsubota, Kazuo (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0306472821 ISBN-13: 9780306472824 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $313.49 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2003 Annotation: During the past several decades, a significant international research effort has been directed towards understanding the composition and regulation of the preocular tear film. This effort has been motivated by the recognition that the tear film plays a critical role in maintaining corneal and conjunctival integrity, protecting against microbial challenge and preserving visual acuity. In addition, research has been stimulated by the knowledge that alteration or deficiency of the tear film, which occurs in numerous individuals throughout the world, may lead to desiccation of the ocular surface, ulceration and perforation of the cornea, an increased incidence of infectious disease, and potentionally pronounced visual disability and blindness. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Ophthalmology - Medical | Immunology - Medical | Veterinary Medicine - General |
| Dewey: 617.764 |
| LCCN: 2002072992 |
| Series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology |
| Physical Information: 1.89" H x 6.82" W x 9.94" (3.26 lbs) 1399 pages |
