Human Herpesviruses: Biology, Therapy, and Immunoprophylaxis

The Second Edition of this highly successful text/atlas has been thoroughly revised to incorporate the latest advances in ocular oncology. Written by an acknowledged expert in this field, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the biology, diagnosis, and multimodality treatment of eyelid, conjunctival, intraocular, and orbital tumors and conditions that simulate tumors. Complementing the text are more than 900 illustrations, including how-to drawings of various surgical techniques and detail-revealing photographs.This new edition reviews recent discoveries on the molecular biology of ocular tumors and highlights the clinical ramifications of these findings, particularly in the areas of prognosis and genetic testing. Dr. Char presents up-to-date guidelines on the use of current diagnostic techniques and therapeutic modalities. Included are detailed discussions of the role and limitations of magnetic resonance imaging, extensive new data on intraocular tumor management, and recommendations on the optimal use of radiation treatments for retinoblastoma and melanoma.