Current Technological Advancements in Ophthalmology Research - Hardcover

by Philip Watts (Editor)

The specialty within the field of medicine which focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases is known as ophthalmology. It comprises both medical and surgical components. Some of its major subspecialties are anterior segment surgery, neuro-ophthalmology and ocular oncology. New technological advancements within this field have various beneficial impacts such as improving outcomes and providing new treatment options. One of the prominent technological advancements applied within this field is artificial intelligence. Its application in studying various eye diseases can help in expanding and extending the usage of digital ophthalmology. It will be helpful in the enhancement of productivity, accessibility, and availability of various resources and will enhance the effectiveness of eye care services. One of the significant applications of artificial intelligence includes computer vision and image recognition. This book unravels the recent studies on technological advancements in ophthalmology research. It will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.