Folder Name: 2285
Book Name: E05018_Ocular_Therapeutics.pdf
Summary: Dr. A. Darier, in his lectures on ocular therapeutics translated by Sydney Stephenson, explores the importance of experimental therapeutics in eye treatment based on twenty years of experience, emphasizing the significant advances in ocular therapy due to new medications from chemistry. The lectures delve into the classification and physiological actions of local remedies for the eye, highlighting the importance of laboratory confirmation of clinical observations. The text covers topics like mercurial medication, the mode of action and penetration of substances injected beneath the conjunctiva, treatment of corneal infections, chronic conjunctivitis, and granulous conjunctivitis. Special attention is given to the treatment of macular choroido-retinitis, glaucoma, and the efficacy of iridectomy in acute or subacute cases. The lectures also touch upon the use of subconjunctival injections, equatorial puncture, and dionine drops to calm pain and reduce tension before surgical intervention. Overall, the text provides insights into ocular therapeutics, emphasizing the importance of timely and appropriate treatment strategies for various eye conditions.