HV Nema's Diagnostic Procedures in Ophthalmology 5/e, 2025 - Nitin Nema

About This Edition

The 5th edition of HV Nema's Diagnostic Procedures in Ophthalmology builds upon the success of its predecessor, offering comprehensive coverage of essential diagnostic techniques for ophthalmology professionals. This edition is dedicated to the late Dr. HV Nema, who guided this authoritative text for over two decades.

What's New in the 5th Edition

This updated edition introduces four new chapters addressing commonly used diagnostic procedures:

• Clinical Refraction
• Vital Dyes and Stains in Ophthalmology
• Multimodal Imaging in Posterior Segment Diseases
• Orbital Imaging

Every chapter has been thoroughly revised by leading experts in the field, incorporating the latest evidence-based practices and technological advances. Enhanced with additional illustrations and clinical images, this edition provides clearer visual guidance for accurate diagnosis.

Comprehensive Coverage of 42 Diagnostic Procedures

• Visual Assessment: Visual Acuity, Clinical Refraction, Color Vision Testing
• Anterior Segment: Slit Lamp Examination, Corneal Topography, Tomography, Confocal Microscopy, Vital Dyes and Stains
• Glaucoma Diagnostics: Tonometry, Gonioscopy, Optic Disc Assessment, Perimetry, Advanced Imaging
• Ultrasonography: A-scan, B-scan, Ultrasound Biomicroscopy
• Posterior Segment: Ophthalmoscopy, Fundus Autofluorescence, Fluorescein and ICG Angiography, Multimodal Imaging
• OCT Technology: Anterior and Posterior Segment OCT, OCT Angiography
• Specialized Diagnostics: Electrophysiology, ROP Evaluation, Intraocular Foreign Body Localization
• Strabismus and Motility: Concomitant and Incomitant Strabismus Assessment, Ocular Motor Nerve Palsy
• Oculoplastics: Dry Eye Evaluation, Epiphora Assessment, Ptosis and Proptosis Evaluation
• Neuroophthalmology: Videonystagmography, Cerebral Angiography
• Advanced Topics: Uveitis Diagnostics, Intraocular Malignancies, Genetic Eye Disease Testing

Who Should Read This Book

This comprehensive reference is essential for:

• Ophthalmology residents and postgraduate students
• Fellows specializing in ophthalmology subspecialties
• Practicing ophthalmologists seeking updated diagnostic protocols
• Medical professionals preparing for ophthalmology examinations

Clinical Impact

By mastering these diagnostic procedures, clinicians can establish accurate early diagnoses, develop appropriate management plans, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. The evidence-based approach ensures readers stay current with modern ophthalmic practice standards.

Book Specifications

• Author: Dr. Nitin Nema
• Edition: 5th Edition (2025)
• ISBN: 9789366166988
• Pages: 752
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Printing: Full Color (Four Color)
• Dimensions: 8.25 × 10.5 inches
• Weight: 1.708 kg